Effects of RE on Microstructure and Mechanical Properties of Low-Alloy Steel

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The effect of rare earth element on structure and mechanical properties of SS400 steel were studied by metallographic examination, scanning electron microscope (SEM), tensile test and impact test. The results show that rare earth can refine microstructure of SS400 steel. Fracture is changed from cleavage to ductile fracture by adding RE to SS400 steel. And the mechanical properties of SS400 are improved. The impact toughness value of SS400 steel (containing 0.02 RE) increases by 39.66% at -40°C, and at 0°C the impact toughness value increases by 31.05%, respectively comparing with that of steel without RE.

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Advanced Materials Research (Volumes 557-559)

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96-99

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July 2012

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