Treatment Of Metals By Vijendra Singhpdf — Heat
The book " Heat Treatment Of Metals" by Prof. Vijendra Singh
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| Defect | Cause | Remedy | |--------|-------|--------| | | Rapid/uneven quenching | Use milder quenchant, preheat | | Warping | Non-uniform heating/cooling | Proper fixtures, stress relief | | Decarburization | Heating in oxidizing atmosphere | Use controlled atmosphere or pack in charcoal | | Soft spots | Uneven quenching or surface contamination | Agitate quenchant, clean surface | heat treatment of metals by vijendra singhpdf