Some Unusual Features in the Microstructure of Wrought Iron - Hardcover

Henry S. Rawdon

 
9780331368086: Some Unusual Features in the Microstructure of Wrought Iron

Synopsis

This book examines and discusses the microstructural distinctions found in wrought iron, a material central to construction, tools, and weaponry throughout history. The author presents a series of microscopic images and analyses revealing intricate patterns within wrought iron, arguing that these variations in structure correspond to variations in the material's properties. This examination, largely based on comparison with known iron-phosphorus compounds, offers insight into the nature and quality of wrought iron, and suggests a causal link between observed microstructures and instances of failure when the material is put under stress. Ultimately, the book's analysis of these unusual features seeks to refine our understanding of wrought iron's strengths and weaknesses, and thereby its suitability for particular applications.

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