The component elements in steel can be categorised in terms of their crystal structures. At least a basic knowledge of the practical implications of these crystal arrangements is essential to ...

Martensitic stainless steel is a good choice for a variety of applications because of its durability, strength, and corrosion resistance. The composition and properties of martensitic steel give it ...

In a study, phD student Katerina Chantziara has investigated what causes steel fatigue and what makes it break. The aim of the research is to ...

Metalworkers and metallurgists have long appreciated the ability to tailor the performance characteristics of steel (an alloy of iron and carbon), including their strength, hardness, ductility and ...