Thermodynamic Modeling of the Formation of Chromium Carbides in an Applied Metal Layer

• Published in: Russian engineering research Vol. 40; no. 10; pp. 843 - 847
• Main Authors: Aleshin, N. P., Kobernik, N. V., Pankratov, A. S., Petrova, V. V.
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Moscow Pleiades Publishing 01.10.2020; Springer Nature B.V
• Subjects: Abrasive wear; Chromium; Chromium carbide; Engineering; Engineering Design; Thermodynamic models; chromium carbides; surfacing; metal coatings; reinforcement; stability

The use of chromium carbides to harden surfaced metal that is subject to abrasive wear is considered. With correct hardening of the applied layer, carbide formation extends the working life.