Phase Stability Effects on Hydrogen Embrittlement Resistance in Martensite–Reverted Austenite Steels

B. C. Cameron, M. Koyama, C. C. Tasan

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Abstract

Earlier studies have shown that interlath austenite in martensitic steels can enhance hydrogen embrittlement (HE) resistance. However, the improvements were limited due to microcrack nucleation and growth. A novel microstructural design approach is investigated, based on enhancing austenite stability to reduce crack nucleation and growth. Our findings from mechanical tests, X-ray diffraction, and scanning electron microscopy reveal that this strategy is successful. However, the improvements are limited due to intrinsic microstructural heterogeneity effects.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)29-34
Number of pages6
JournalMetallurgical and Materials Transactions A: Physical Metallurgy and Materials Science
Volume50
Issue number1
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2019 Jan 1

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