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Method for producing ultra fine-grained microstructure in ferrous alloys

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In this article, a martensitic or bainitic alloys containing up to about 25 percent Ni, 15 percent Mn, 1.2 percent C, 0.5 percent N are cooled to remove the principal nucleating effect of the prior austenite boundaries and other microstructural interfaces, so that when subsequently heated into the multiphase region, recrystallization occurs by random nucleation of extremely fine austenitic crystals thoughout the material.
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Ferrous alloys containing up to about 25 percent Ni, 15 percent Mn, 1.2 percent C, 0.5 percent N are cooled to form a martensitic or bainitic structure. The material is then worked to an extent sufficient to remove the principal nucleating effect of the prior austenite boundaries and other microstructural interfaces, so that when subsequently heated into the multiphase region, recrystallization occurs by random nucleation of extremely fine austenite crystals thoughout the material. Exceptionally fine equiaxed grains in the micron and submicron range are achieved, thereby providing unique combinations of both increased strength along with increased ductility and increased notch toughness.

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