Authors:
Karl Burkamp (1), Tobias Hajeck (1), Paul Beiss (1), Alexander Bezold (1), Christoph Broeckmann (1)
1- Institute for Materials Applications in Mechanical Engineering (IWM) RWTH Aachen University, Germany
Abstract:
This short study tackles macro hardness conversion challenges in sintered steels, underscoring the inadequacies of standard methods suited for fully dense steels. By examining a range of sintered steel samples across Rockwell, Vickers, and Brinell hardness scales, it reveals significant measurement discrepancies. In response, the study introduces bespoke conversion functions for sintered steels, aimed at ensuring precise and dependable hardness scale translations. This approach not only illuminates the distinct hardness characteristics of sintered steels but also offers vital tools for enhancing data interpretability and industry-wide comparability. This short study stands out for its practical implications, promising to improve material evaluation reliability through better hardness data comparisons, benefiting engineers, metallurgists, and researchers focused on sintered steels.
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.59499/EP246281408
