An Introduction to Metallurgical Laboratory Techniques
Pergamon Series of Monographs in Laboratory Techniques
- 1st Edition - December 28, 2013
- Latest edition
- Author: P. G. Ormandy
- Editor: K. Guy
- Language: English
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Pergamon Series of Monographs in Laboratory Techniques, Volume 3: An Introduction to Metallurgical Laboratory Techniques covers improved methods and techniques in metallurgy relating to the practical aspects of laboratory work, by experimentation, practice and experience. The book discusses metallography, high temperature, heat treatment, and testing of materials. The text also describes vacuum techniques, powder metallurgy, and joining of metals. Physical metallurgists and students taking related courses will find the book invaluable.
Preface
Chapter 1. Metallography
Preparation of Specimens
Grinding the Specimen
Polishing the Specimen
Technique for Soft Metals
Mounting the Specimen
Etching the Specimen
Storage of Specimens
Microscopy
Photomicrography
Chapter 2. High Temperatures
Furnace Construction
Temperature Control
Temperature Measurement
Induction Heating
Electric Arc-Heating
Refractories
Manufacture of Crucibles
Chapter 3. Heat Treatment
The Effect of Heat on Metals
Annealing
Furnaces
Hardening of Steels
Quenching Specimens
Tempering
Case hardening
Controlled Atmospheres
Chapter 4. Testing of Materials
Mechanical Testing
Types of Test
Behavior of Metals Under Stress
Tensile Test
Methods of Testing the Tensile Strength of Metals
Compression Test
Torsion Test
The Notched-Bar Impact Test
Creep Test
Fatigue Test
Other Tests
Hardness Test
Methods of Non-Destructive Testing
Analytical Testing
Qualitative Analysis
Quantitative Analysis
Chapter 5. Joining of Metals
Riveting
Welding
Soldering
Joint Design
Method of Applying Heat
Adhesives
Chapter 6. Vacuum Techniques
Vacuum Pumps
Pumping Lines
The Vacuum Chamber
Vacuum Seals
Vacuum Valves
Traps
Gauges
Leak Detection
Chapter 7. Powder Metallurgy
Preparation of Metal Powders
Dies and Punches
Pressing
Sintering
Miscellaneous Questions
Appendixes
1. Frequently Used Letters of the Greek Alphabet
2. Metric Weights and Measures
3. Conversion Tables
4. Comparison Between Different Hardness Scales
5. Functions of π
6. Imperial Standard Wire Gauge
7. Color Guide to Furnace Temperature
8. Calibration Tables for Thermocouples
9. Physical Properties of Metals
Bibliography
Index
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