Effect of microstructure on mechanical properties of horizontal continuous cast billet

V. Arbabi*, I. Ebrahimzadeh

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Abstract

Homogeneity in the metallurgical characteristics and mechanical properties of horizontal continuous cast products is vital for industrial application. In the present work, the microstructure and mechanical properties of a horizontal continuous cast two-phase brass billet have been studied. Impact strength and hardness variations were examined and the phase composition and porosity studied with image analysis software. Distinct differences in mechanical properties were observed between the upper, middle and lower parts of the billet, which are explained in terms of the morphology and size of the phase in the microstructure. Hardness variation in the length of billet is higher in upper area but impact strength is higher in lower areas.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationLatest Trends on Eng. Mechanics, Structures, Eng. Geology - 3rd WSEAS Int. Conf. on Eng. Mechanics, Structures, Eng. Geology, EMESEG'10, Int. Conf. on Geography and Geology 2010, WORLDGEO'10
Pages326-330
Number of pages5
Publication statusPublished - 2010
Externally publishedYes
Event3rd WSEAS International Conference on Engineering Mechanics, Structures, Engineering Geology, EMESEG'10, International Conference on Geography and Geology 2010, WORLDGEO'10 - Corfu Island, Greece
Duration: 22 Jul 201024 Jul 2010

Publication series

NameInternational Conference on Engineering Mechanics, Structures, Engineering Geology, International Conference on Geography and Geology - Proceedings

Conference

Conference3rd WSEAS International Conference on Engineering Mechanics, Structures, Engineering Geology, EMESEG'10, International Conference on Geography and Geology 2010, WORLDGEO'10
Country/TerritoryGreece
CityCorfu Island
Period22/07/1024/07/10

Keywords

  • CuZn40Al1 alloy
  • Horizontal continuous casting
  • Impact strength
  • Microstructure
  • Two-phase brasses

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