Elasticity
Elasticity is an important material property. This characteristic value provides information about how much a material can be stretched without plastic deformation. The workpiece would return to its original shape after the stress is removed.
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Carbide Formation
Carbides are formed in steel from carbon and some alloying elements. They increase the hardness and strength of the steel
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The forgeability of steel depends on the carbon content but also on various alloying elements.
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The hardness defines the mechanical resistance that the material is able to withstand mechanical impact of other materials.
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