Development in high-grade dual phase steels with low C and Si design

Cold rolled dual phase steels with low C and Si addition were investigated in terms of combination of composition and processing in order to improve mechanical properties and workability including welding and galvanizing. Mo and Cr could be used as alloying elements to partially replace C and Si to assure enough hardening ability of the steels and also give solute-hardening. Mo addition is more effective than Cr addition in terms of obtaining the required volume fraction of martensite and mechanical strength. The ferrite grain was effectively refined by addition of Nb microalloying, which gives optimized mechanical properties. The experimental results show that it is possible to obtain the required mechanical properties of high grade 800 MPa dual phase steel, i.e., tensile strength > 780 MPa, elongation > 15%, and yield/tensile strength ratio < 0.6 in the condition of low carbon (C < 0.11 wt.%) and low silicon design (Si < 0.05 wt.%) through adequate combination of composition and processing.     

Investigation of dual phase transformation of commercial low alloy steels: Effect of holding time at low inter-critical annealing temperatures

Dual phase steels are a class of steels characterized by a microstructure consisting of a soft ferrite matrix with hard martensite islands at the grain boundaries. The temperature in the dual phase (α + γ) region and the holding time are two important parameters in the intercritically annealing process. In this study, different grades of commercial low alloy steels have been heat treated to a constant annealing temperature by changing the holding time. It is observed that the effect of holding time is dependent on the steel composition. In this context, a microstructural examination has been carried out using optical, scanning electron microscope and electron probe micro-analysis and hardness values have been determined.     

Impact and tensile properties of ferrite–martensite dual‐phase steels

The effect of martensite morphology on the impact and tensile properties of dual phase steels with a 0.25 volume fraction of martensite (V_m) under different heat treatments was investigated. These treatments are direct quenching (DQ) and step quenching (SQ) that result in different microstructures and mechanical properties. To process dual phase steels, a low carbon manganese steel was used. At first the banding present in the initial steel was eliminated, then the two different heat treatments were applied. To reach a 0.25 volume fraction of martensite a variation of intercritical annealing temperatures was adopted for both treatments that allowed the evolution of different volume fraction of martensite. Phase analysis showed that an intercritical temperature of 725 °C (between A₃, A₁) gives the desired 0.25 V_m of martensite. A comparison of impact, tensile and ductile–brittle transition temperature (DBTT) indicates that the microstructure of the direct treatment has a better toughness. The DBTT for the DQ and SQ treatment is ?49 and ?6 °C, respectively.     

Resistance spot welding macro characteristics of the dissimilar thickness dual phase steels

In the present work, macro characteristics of the dissimilar thickness dual phase steel resistance spot welding joints were described in terms of melting rate, indentation rate, nugget diameter and indentation diameter. The results revealed that the melting rate of the DP600 side was higher than that of the DP780 side and the indentation rate of the DP600 side was lower than that of the DP780 side of the welded joints. The base metal lap order had the important effect on nugget diameter, and the DP780/DP600 spot welded joints tended to get the larger nugget diameter than DP600/DP780 spot welded joints with the same process parameters. The indentation diameters of DP600 and DP780 sides depended on the electrode geometry and force.     

不同退火工艺下Ti—IF钢二相料演变的比较

对罩式退火和连续退火过程中Ｔｉ－ＩＦ钢二相粒子的演变规律进行了研究。结果表明：在退火以前形成的二相凿子，ＴｉＮ，ＴｉＳ和Ｔｉ４（ＣＳ）２经过罩式退火和连续退火后，春尺寸，形状和分布无较大的差别，而ＴｉＣ的变化较大；Ｔｉ－ＩＦ钢在连续退火中不形成新的相粒子，而在罩式退火中形成两类新的二相粒子－ＦｅＴｉＰ和（Ｔｉ，Ｍｎ）Ｓ。     

Analysis of stamping performances of dual phase steels: A multi-objective approach to reduce springback and thinning failure

The industrial interest on light weight components has contributed in the last years to a significant research effort on new materials able to guarantee high mechanical properties, good formability and reasonable costs together with reduced weights when compared to traditional mild steels. Among such materials advanced high strength steels (AHSS) such as transformations induced plasticity (TRIP) and dual phase (DP), and light weight alloys proved their usefulness in stamping of automotive components. As AHSS are concerned, one of the main drawbacks is related to springback occurrence. Many aspects have to be taken into account when springback reduction is investigated: material behavior issues, process conditions, numerical simulations parameters calibration, geometrical aspects and so on. Moreover, springback minimization problems are typically multi-objective ones because springback reduction may conflict with other goals in stamping design such as thinning reduction. In this paper, such problem was investigated through integration between numerical simulations, Response Surface Methodology and Pareto optimal solutions search techniques. The design of a U-channel stamping operation was investigated utilizing two different dual phase steel grades: DP 1000 and DP 600. An explicit/forming-implicit/springback approach was utilized for the numerical simulations. Friction conditions and blank holder force were optimized as design variables in order to accomplish two different objectives: reduce excessive thinning and avoid excessive geometrical distortions due to springback occurrence.     

The effect of dynamic strain aging on fatigue properties of dual phase steels with different martensite morphology

Dual phase (DP) steels with network and fibrous martensite were produced by intercritical annealing heat treatment cycles. Some of these steels were deformed at dynamic strain aging temperatures. Room temperature tensile tests of specimens deformed at 300 °C showed that both yield and ultimate tensile strengths for both morphologies increased, while total elongation decreased. Fatigue test results before and after high temperature deformation showed that dynamic strain aging has a stronger effect on fatigue properties of dual phase steels with fibrous martensite. Cracks in DP steels with fibrous martensite propagate in a tortuous path in soft ferrite phase, while they pass of both hard and soft phases in DP steels with network martensite.     

New developments in carbon and alloy steels

Recent developments in carbon and alloy steels outlined in this paper include those pertaining to low-carbon mild steels, high-strength low-alloy (HSLA) steels, dual-phase steels, low-carbon bainitic steels, ultrahigh strength steels and ferritic stainless steels. The factors that improve the cold-forming characteristics of low carbon sheets and strips are outlined. The physical metallurgy principles governing the ferrite grain refinement in HSLA steels are discussed, pointing out how it can be achieved by the controlled rolling process. The importance of sulphide shape control in imparting the necessary through-thickness ductility in HSLA steels is discussed and the various methods available for inclusion shape control are outlined. Improved formability coupled with adequate strength characterizes the dualphase steels. Among the ultrahigh strength steels, two recent developments,viz. TRIP steels and maraging steels are outlined. It is pointed out how the improved formability of ferritic stainless steels is making them compete with the more expensive austenitic stainless steels. The scope for future developments in these steels is discussed at the end.     

Development of 3rd generation Medium Mn duplex steels for automotive applications

The mechanical behaviour and fracture were studied in a Fe–5Mn–2.5Al–0.2C (in wt-%) Medium Mn steel. Metallographic and magnetic measurements confirm the significant influence of the transformation kinetics of the strain-induced martensite on the mechanical properties and strain heterogeneities (Lüders and Portevin-Le Chatelier-like phenomena). An accurate study of isothermal evolutions of the microstructure, associated with atomistic calculations, complements current thermodynamic databases to quantify the nature and volume fraction of phases at different temperatures. A kinetic approach then predicts the influence of annealing conditions on the composition of retained austenite, key parameter for the martensitic transformation kinetics. This supports quantitative modelling of the influence of the intercritical annealing temperature on the ultimate tensile strength for industrial developments of these new grades.     

Tribological evaluation of high-speed steels with a regulated carbide phase

Wear resistance of a commercial steel and titanium–niobium high-speed steels with a regulated carbide phase was evaluated by employing a micro-scale abrasive wear test with alumina particles. The worn volumes and corresponding wear coefficients were the lowest for the new non-ledeburitic grades containing titanium, then the two niobium grades, the conventional (both wrought and by powder metallurgy) steels exhibited the worse wear resistance. Fractography SEM observations together with energy-dispersive X-ray (EDX) chemical analysis revealed the decisive role of the steels' MC particles in the wear process. These carbides influenced the abrasion by stoppage of the wear scars and/or changing their trajectories. Directional and nondirectional abrasion modes in the steels tested using alumina and carborundum abrasives were found and are discussed.     

Dual phase versus CMn strip steels: comparison of quasi-static and dynamic connection properties for road safety barriers

Abstract

The use of high strength steel grades in automotive applications has been widely recorded. This is due largely to vehicle weight reduction programmes as well as increases in vehicle crash safety legislation. This represents the steel industry’s response to the challenge that vehicle components manufactured from steel could get replaced with alternative materials, such as aluminium and polymers. Consequently, new high strength steel grades have been developed to offer credible alternatives. Recently, the UK government has released a new specification, BS EN 1317-1-2-3-4: Road Restraint Systems, to which all new safety barrier designs have to comply. However, much of this development and subsequent usage has been targeted at automotive manufacturers. Road safety barrier technology has not evolved in the same way when compared to vehicle technology. Therefore, a study has been undertaken to assess the outcome of using some of these novel high strength steel grades for the manufacture of road safety barrier components. Quasi-static and dynamic tensile testing at different velocities was undertaken. Representative connection coupons were used to understand the energy absorbing properties of a dual phase steel grade when compared to the current CMn steel grade. The present study presents some initial results as to the increased performance that could be gained from utilising new high strength steel grades for the production of road safety barrier systems.     

20CrMnTi钢两相区变形力学行为及微观组织研究

为了研究20CrMnTi钢温变形机理,利用等温压缩实验对该材料在两相区变形时温度与变形抗力之间的关系进行了研究,并用冶金学的方法对其进行了分析.结果表明:在Ac1温度以下变形时,铁素体的动态回复和珠光体中Fe3C相的球化导致流变应力在较小应变时出现"峰值",而后流变应力连续下降;在Ac1温度以上变形,770℃时因形变诱导铁素体相变,使流变应力下降,800℃时两相内的铁素体动态回复、奥氏体动态再结晶,使应变达到一定值后软化和硬化处于动态平衡,流变应力趋于稳定,且诱导相变和动态再结晶使晶粒超细化.     

非晶钢研究进展

为了系统地介绍和了解非晶钢这一新型的铁基大块非晶合金,结合国外最新的有关非晶钢的报道,综述了非晶钢的发展历史、非晶成分设计、内在机制和应用前景等.通过实验优化合金成分使得非晶钢尺寸取得了突破,达到厘米级,减少使用贵金属降低成本,同时机械强度、硬度、抗腐蚀能力等性能远远优于同类晶态钢材.非晶钢的性能经过进一步的改善,将是极具发展潜力的结构材料和特殊功能材料.     

Evaluation of water embrittlement on ‘dual phase’ ADI

Austempered ductile iron (ADI) suffers an embrittlement phenomenon when loaded in contact with water and other liquids. This phenomenon causes noticeable drops in elongation, ultimate tensile strength and fracture toughness of ADI of different strength grades. This paper studies the susceptibility to embrittlement of a new kind of austempered ductile iron called dual phase ADI (DPADI), which shows a matrix composed by the typical ausferrite present in ADI mixed with allotriomorphic ferrite. The new material is obtained by means of specific heat treatments that involve a partial austenitising stage. The susceptibility of DPADI to this type of embrittlement was evaluated by carrying out tensile tests in dry and wet conditions. Fracture surfaces were observed using scanning electron microscopy. The results showed a gradual decrease of the degree of embrittlement caused by contact with water as the ferrite content in the matrix increases.     

Effect of chemical composition, martensite volume fraction and tempering on tensile behaviour of dual phase steels

In this work an investigation was conducted into the tempering effects on mechanical properties of a carbon steel and a microalloyed steel, both with dual phase microstructure. The UTS and YS decreased and elongations increased with an increase of tempering temperature. However, the loss in UTS and YS at tempering temperatures of 100, 200, 300, 400, 500 and 600 °C was a minimum for microalloyed dual phase steel. This is thought to be due to tempering of the martensite and precipitation in the ferrite.     

Yb:YAG laser welding of TRIP780 steel with dual phase and mild steels for use in tailor welded blanks

Advanced high strength steels (AHSS) are essential to meet the demands of safety and fuel efficiency in vehicles. In this paper, we present the results of laser welding of two AHSS steels, TRIP780 and DP980. A 2 kW Trumpf TRUDISK 6002^® Yb:YAG laser beam was utilized to join 1 mm thick TRIP780 with 1.5 mm thick DP980 and 1 mm thick mild steel. Optical metallography was used to characterize the weld profile and microstructures. Microhardness, tensile and fatigue tests were performed to evaluate the mechanical properties. Results indicate that the laser welds exhibit excellent strength and hardness with minimal defects which are attributed to the high beam quality, disk type of laser. In addition, there is a distinct effect of pre-straining of TRIP780 steels on the energy absorption.     

Assessment of mechanical properties and phase-structural state in corrosion-resistant steels under static and low-cycle loading

The use of an austenite stability factor provides (calculated from chromium and nickel equivalents) a quantitative assessment of phase-structural state in corrosive-resistant steels by their chemical composition. Based on the austenite stability factors, a correlation has been established between mechanical properties of the steels under static loading. The low-cycle fatigue life is proposed to be determined from the chemical composition and specimen contraction. __________ Translated from Problemy Prochnosti, No. 5, pp. 19–30, September–October, 2007.     

Enhancement of work‐hardening behavior of dual phase steel by heat treatment

The work‐hardening response and mechanical properties of dual phase steels originated from different initial microstructures under low and high martensite volume fractions were investigated using a typical carbon‐manganese steel. The modified Crussard‐Jaoul analysis was used for studying the work‐hardening stages and the deformation behavior of ferrite and martensite. It was revealed that the initial martensitic microstructure before intercritical annealing is much better than the full annealed banded ferritic‐pearlitic and spheroidized microstructures in terms of work‐hardening capacity and strength‐ductility trade off. By increasing the amount of martensite, via intercritical annealing at higher temperatures, the ductility decreased but the tensile toughness of dual phase steels increased toward reaching the domain of extra‐advanced high‐strength steels due to the enhancement of work‐hardening rate.     

高性能C/SiC刹车材料及其优化设计

对比分析了 C/ C和 C/ SiC刹车材料的力学性能和摩擦磨损性能。结果表明 , C/ SiC刹车材料的力学性能比 C/ C的高 , 而且 C/ SiC刹车材料克服了 C/ C静态摩擦系数低和湿态摩擦性能严重衰减的不足 , 说明 C/ SiC刹车材料是一种新型高性能刹车材料。以 C/ C复合材料为基础 , 在深入分析机轮刹车盘服役环境特点的基础上探讨了 C/ SiC刹车材料的力学性能、 热物理性能、 摩擦磨损性能、 复合材料结构和制造工艺等方面的优化设计途径和方法 , 为实现材料微结构2力学性能2摩擦磨损性能的协同设计与制造奠定基础。      

无钴高强韧钢力学性能研究

本文利用人工神经网络方法研究了化学成分和热处理条件对G50钢力学性能的影响,通过电镜观察分析了合金元素间交互作用形成的组织和第二相的作用,结果C、Cr、Mo提高钢强度,Ni、Mo、Si降低钢强度,C,Mn降低韧性,Cr,Mo,Ni提高韧性.