Selection of the chemical composition of steels and their thermal hardening mode using a computer program

The relationships between the parameters of the structure of heat‑treated steels and their abrasive wear resistance are established. At all temperatures of the final tempering of hardened steel, there is a direct relationship between its structure parameters (the number of elements in a solid solution, the density of dislocations, the size of cementite particles and the intercementite distance) and wear resistance when sliding friction against loose abrasive particles. A computer program has been developed to select the chemical composition of the steel grade and methods of thermal hardening in order to ensure the required wear resistance.

Modern laser-technologies and nanotechnologies - next-generation on new physical principles

In the paper we discuss new tendencies and trends in laser/nanotechnologies based on topological material-science with spatial structures of necessary types induced by laser radiation on solid surface. Review of the current state of research on this issue, main directions and scientific advantages are presented. In our study we used originally manufactured the multibeam laser-technological automated complex for thermal hardening of the surface of different products with variable elemental composition. The database for several functional characteristics, varied under processing by laser radiation the surface of materials, is given.

Improving the efficiency of surface-thermal hardening of machine parts in conditions of combination of processing technologies, integrated on a single machine tool base

Introduction. In the manufacturing industry, there is a particular interest in the development of a new type of technological equipment, which makes it possible to implement methods for modifying the parts surface layers by processing it with concentrated energy sources. The combination of two processing technologies (mechanical and surface-thermal operations) in the conditions of integrated equipment makes it possible to neutralize the disadvantages of monotechnologies and obtain new effects that are unattainable when using technologies separately. The use of hybrid machine tools in conjunction with the developed technological recommendations will allow achieving a multiple increase in the technical and economic efficiency of production, resource and energy saving, which in turn will contribute to an increase in the competitiveness of products and the renewal of the technological paradigm. Purpose of work: increasing productivity and reducing energy consumption during surface-thermal hardening of machine parts by exposure to concentrated energy sources under conditions of integrated processing. Theory and methods: studies of the possible structural composition and layout of hybrid equipment during the integration of mechanical and surface-thermal processes are carried out taking into account the main provisions of structural synthesis and the components of metalworking systems. Theoretical studies are carried out using the basic provisions of system analysis, geometric theory of surface formation, design of metalworking machines, finite-element method, mathematical and computer simulation. Mathematical simulation of thermal fields and structural-phase transformations in the case of HEH HFC is carried out in the ANSYS and SYSWELD software packages, using numerical methods for solving the differential equations of unsteady thermal conductivity (Fourier's equation), carbon diffusion (Fick's second law), and elastoplastic behavior of the material. The verification of the simulation results is carried out by conducting field experiments using: optical and scanning microscopy; mechanical and X-ray methods for determining residual stresses. In the study, Uone JD520 and Form Talysurf Series 2 profilograph-profilometers are used to simultaneously measure shape deviations, waviness and surface roughness. Surface topography is assessed using a Zygo New View 7300 laser profilograph-profilometer. The microhardness of the hardened surface layer of parts is evaluated on a Wolpert Group 402MVD device. Results and discussion. An original method of structural-kinematic analysis for pre-design research of hybrid metalworking equipment is presented. Methodological recommendations are developed for the modernization of metal-cutting machine tools, the implementation of which will allow the implementation of high-energy heating by high-frequency currents (HEH HFC) on a standard machine-tool system and ensure the formation of high-tech technological equipment with expanded functionality. A unified integral parameter of the temperature-time effect on a structural material is proposed when the modes of hardening by concentrated heating sources are assigned, which guarantee the required set of quality indicators of the surface layer of machine parts, while ensuring energy efficiency and processing productivity in general. It is experimentally confirmed that the introduction into production of the proposed hybrid machine tool in conjunction with the developed recommendations for the purpose of the HEH HFC modes in the conditions of integral processing of a “Plunger bushing” type part in relation to the factory technology allows increasing the productivity of surface hardening by 3.5 ... 4.1 times, and reduce energy consumption by 9.5 ... 11.3 times.

Determination of the influence of structural parameters of steels on their abrasive wear resistance

Relationships are established between the parameters of the structure of heat-treated steels and their abrasive wear resistance. A computer program is developed for the choice of material and methods of thermal hardening in order to ensure the required wear resistance. Keywords: heat treatment, dislocation density, extreme temperature, lowalloy steel, computer program. [email protected]

Study of restoration epoxy composites with initial and water-cured fillers

The goal of the study is to compare the properties of epoxy composites with initial and water-treated (hydrated) water-hardening binders (gypsum and cement). The effect of 50% filling of ED20 epoxy resin with initial and water-treated binders (cement and gypsum) on the strength of composites, their structure and physicomechanical properties is considered. An increase in such indicators as the elastic modulus value, fire- and heat resistance, as well as the resistance to organic solvents was observed. Optical and SEM microscopy revealed a difference in their structure compared to the original composites. However, there was no noticeable effect on the strength characteristics of conventional heat treatment (50 – 60°C). After heating at 250°C, the effect of thermal hardening (and thermoplasticization) was observed for filled composites: a significant increase in the compressive strength (and plasticity), microhardness, and abrasion resistance, compared to an unfilled polymer. The results obtained can be used to develop polyepoxide materials with new properties necessary for solving important production applications.

Features of Glass Plate Hardening by the Ion Exchange Method

In this work various methods of glass plate hardening are considered. These plates are used to protect defense devices. As a glass was used system R2O-B2O3-SiO2. The method of thermal hardening was considered. Technological disadvantages of this method were discovered by analyzing Newton's rings and a polarizing plate. The use of chemical hardening has shown its advantages over the thermal method. The essence of the method is the ion exchange of alkali metals between glass plates and the chemical mixture melt. The operating principle of the chemical hardening equipment and its technology were considered. As a result, hardened glass plates with preservation of planar geometry were obtained.

Нові технології лазерної поверхневої обробки

Subject and purpose. Currently, gas, solid-state, and fiber lasers are used to process materials in the aviation industry. For the thermal treatment of steels, gas CO2 lasers with a capacity of more than 1 kW used, which are reliable in operation but have high cost and low efficiency. There are no results on the use of low-power (up to 20 W) pulsed-mode lasers for surface hardening of steel products. The purpose of this work is to determine the modes of surface hardening of products from carbon and alloy steels using low-power solid-state pulsed YAG lasers. Methodology. For laser hardening, a 5 W solid-state YAG laser was used (diode pumping, radiation wavelength λ = 1,064 μm, pulse mode). The use of a nonlinear crystal made it possible to obtain UV radiation with λ = 0,355 μm (third harmonic). The following modes were investigated: processing with single pulses (duration 0,1...0,4 ms) and multi-pulse processing with short (30...70 ms) pulses. The scanning speed was 8...2 mm/s. The energy in the pulse was determined by the photoelectric method. Thermal hardening was performed on the following steels: У12, P6M5. The possibility of UV radiation hardening was evaluated on steel 20, 45, У12, and ШХ15. Findings. The optimum values of pulse duration for maximum hardness in laser hardening of the investigated steels. With multi-pulse treatment of steels, the pulse duration is shorter than with single-pulse treatment, the hardening intensity is higher, and the quality of the processed surface is better. Single-pulse and multi-pulse processing are accompanied by partial melting of the surface of steel products, which does not allow it to be used in cases where a high quality of the surface is required. Laser hardening of steel by ultraviolet radiation is not accompanied by melting. Conclusion. For surface hardening of products, where partial melting of the surface is possible, low-power lasers in pulse mode can be used. Laser hardening by ultraviolet radiation is a promising direction for thermal hardening of steels, which allows maintaining the original quality of the surface layer. Thermal hardening with low-power lasers can be effective for small-sized areas of the processed parts of the fuel equipment of aircraft engines, friction elements, and, especially, the tool is small.