9781330270769 - High-Speed Steel: The Development, Nature, Treatment, and Use, of High-Speed Steels, Together With Some, Suggestions as to the Problems, Involved in Their Use (Clas... (5 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating history and transformative impact of high-speed steel on the world of metalworking. It traces the evolution of steelmaking from ancient Damascus and Toledo blades to the groundbreaking discoveries of self-hardening steel by Robert Mushet and the revolutionary high-heat treatment developed by Fred W. Taylor and Maunsel White. The author expertly guides readers through the intricacies of steel composition, exploring the roles of carbon, tungsten, chromium, and other elements in achieving superior hardness and durability. The book sheds light on the challenges faced by early high-speed steels, such as their coarse structure and limitations in fine work, and highlights the ongoing efforts to refine and improve these remarkable alloys. Beyond the technical aspects, the book delves into the profound implications of high-speed steel on shop practices and industrial efficiency. It vividly portrays the dramatic increase in cutting speeds and metal removal rates, underscoring the need for robust machinery capable of harnessing the full potential of these innovative tools. This book offers a captivating journey through the history and science of a material that has revolutionized metalworking, leaving an enduring legacy on the industry. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. Neuware.

Paperback. Condición: Brand New. 366 pages. 9.00x6.00x0.83 inches. This item is printed on demand.