Effect of hafnium and molybdenum addition on inclusion characteristics in Co-based dual-phase high-entropy alloys

Specific grades of high-entropy alloys(HEAs)can provide opportunities for optimizing properties toward high-temperature applications.In this work,the Co-based HEA with a chemical composition of Co_(47.5)Cr_(30)Fe_(7.5)Mn_(7.5)Ni_(7.5)(at%)was chosen.The refractory metallic elements hafnium(Hf)and molybdenum(Mo)were added in small amounts(1.5at%)because of their well-known positive effects on high-temperature properties.Inclusion characteristics were comprehensively explored by using a two-dimensional cross-sectional method and extracted by using a three-dimensional electrolytic extraction method.The results revealed that the addition of Hf can reduce Al_(2)O_(3)inclusions and lead to the formation of more stable Hf-rich inclusions as the main phase.Mo addition cannot influence the inclusion type but could influence the inclusion characteristics by affecting the physical parameters of the HEA melt.The calculated coagulation coefficient and collision rate of Al_(2)O_(3)inclusions were higher than those of HfO_(2)inclusions,but the inclusion amount played a larger role in the agglomeration behavior of HfO_(2)and Al_(2)O_(3)inclusions.The impurity level and active elements in HEAs were the crucial factors affecting inclusion formation.

Effect of continuous casting speed on mold surface flow and the related near-surface distribution of non-metallic inclusions

For the control of surface defects in interstitial-free(IF) steel, quantitative metallographic analyses of near-surface inclusions and surface liquid flow detection via the nail-board tipping method were conducted. The results show that, at casting speeds of 0.8 and 1.0 m/min, a thin liquid mold flux layer forms and non-uniform floating of argon bubbles occurs, inducing the entrainment and subsequent entrapment of the liquid flux; fine inclusion particles of Al_2O_3 can also aggregate at the solidification front. At higher casting speeds of 1.4 and 1.6 m/min, the liquid mold flux can be entrained and carried deeper into the liquid steel pool because of strong level fluctuations of the liquid steel and the flux. The optimal casting speed is approximately 1.2 m/min, with the most favorable surface flow status and, correspondingly, the lowest number of inclusions near the slab surface.

Study on non-metallic inclusions in Al killed high strength alloy steel refined by high basicity and high Al_2O_3 content slag

Laboratory and industrial studies were carried out to investigate non-metallic inclusions in high strength alloy steel refined by high basicity and high Al_2O_3 slag.It was found that the steel/slag reaction time largely affected non-metallic inclusions.With the reaction time increased from 30 min to 90 min in laboratory study,MgO-Al_2O_3 spinels were gradually changed into CaO-MgO-Al_2O_3 system inclusions surrounded by softer CaO-Al_2O_3 surface layers.By using high basicity slag which contained as much as 41%Al_2O_3 in the laboratory study,ratio of low melting temperature CaO-MgO-Al_2O_3 system inclusions was remarkably increased to above 80%.In the industrial experiment,during the secondary refining,the inclusions changed in order of 'Al_2O_3→MgO-Al_2O_3→CaO-MgO-Al_2O_3'.Through the LF and RH refining,most inclusions could be transferred to lower melting temperature CaO-Al_2O_3 and CaO-MgO-Al_2O_3 system inclusions.

Three-dimensional analysis technology for accurately characterizing non-metallic inclusion particles in steel

In this paper, a kind of three-dimensional analysis technology for characterizing non-metallic inclusions in steel was clearly elaborated. It is an electron microscopy observation, namely the non-aqueous electrolysis extraction method with a settled coulometer. In the research,the extraction effects of non-metallic inclusions in different electrolysis systems were studied, and it was concluded that alkalescent 2% TEA non-aqueous electrolyte was applicable for extracting most of non-metallic inclusion particles in steel. And then, in order to ensure the microscopic characterization and statistical calculation of inclusion particles, some electrolysis parameters should be confirmed, such as the size of the sample, control of the electrolysis mass, electric current, etc. Furthermore, for preventing the disturbance of carbides and presenting clear three-dimensional appearance by microscopic characterization, magnetic separation was utilized to separate the inclusion particles from carbides, which was useful for getting more veracious types, particle sizes and chemical composition of inclusions. Moreover, through calculation of quantity and particle size of inclusions in continuous determinate fields, the total quantity per unit volume or area and the particle size distribution of inclusions could be acquired by conversion with electrolysis loss. Besides, the comparison between this method and traditional quantitative metallography was also discussed, and finally, a conclusion was drawn that both of them have respectively applications in characterizing inclusions.

Behavior of Non-metallic Inclusions in Centrifugal Induction Electroslag Castings

In order to know the behavior of non-metallic inclusions in centrifugal induction electroslag castings (CIESC), non-metallic inclusions in 5CrMnMo and 4Cr5MoSiV1 were qualitatively and quantitatively analyzed. The largest size of inclusions in the casting and the thermodynamic possibility of TiN precipitation in steel were also calculated. The results show that sulfide inclusions are evenly distributed and the content is low. The amount of oxide inclusions in CIESC: 4Cr5MoSiV1 steel is close to the ESR steel and lower than that in the EAF steel, and there are some differences along radial direction. Nitride inclusions are fine and the diameter of the largest one is 3-1 mum. With the increase of the centrifugal machine's rotational speed, the ratio of round inclusions increases and the ratio of sharp inclusions decreases. According to the experiment and the calculation results, it is pointed out that the largest diameter of non-metallic inclusions in the CIESC 4Cr5MoSiV1 casting is only 6.6 mum, and [N%][Ti%] in 4Cr5MoSiV1 steel should be controlled less than 4.4x 10(-5) in order to further reduce the amount and size of TiN inclusions.

Non-metallic Inclusions in Continuously Cast Aluminum Killed Steels

In aluminum killed steels, the size, shape, quantity and formation of non-metallic inclusions in ladle steel (before and after RH vacuum treatment) and in tundish as well as in slabs were studied by EPMA (Electron Probe Microanalysis) and by analyzing the total oxygen. The results showed that in the slabs the total oxygen was quite low and the inclusions discovered were mainly small-sized angular alumina inclusions. This indicates that most inclusions have been removed by floating out during the continuous casting process. In addition, the countermeasures were discussed to decrease the alumina inclusions in the slabs further.

Evaluation of Characteristics of Non-Metallic Inclusions in P/M Ni-Base Superalloy by Automatic Image Analysis

Non-metallic inclusions,especially the large ones,within P/M Ni-base superalloy have a major influence on fatigue characteristics,but are not directly measurable by routine inspection.In this paper,a method,automatic image analysis,is proposed for estimation of the content,size and amount of non-metallic inclusions in superalloy.The methodology for the practical application of this method is described and the factors affecting the precision of the estimation are discussed.In the experiment,the characteristics of the non-metallic inclusions in Ni-base P/M superalloy are analyzed.

Thermodynamic aspects of inclusion engineering in steels

Tailoring non-metallic inclusions in accordance to the desired effect on steel properties has gained widespread acceptance in the last decades and has become known as “inclusion engineering”. Effective inclusion engineering involves three steps： （a） a good knowledge of how inclusions influence properties, （b） understanding what is the effect of each type of inclusions on these properties and thus which is the most desirable inclusion in a given product and （c） adjusting the processing parameters to obtain these inclusions. A significant portion of the process adjustment is done during steel refining, where the steel can be tailored so that the desired chemical composition of the non-metallic inclusions that will precipi- tate can be altered. Understanding the relations between steel chemistry, processing variables and inclusion chemical composition requires significant understanding of the thermodynamics of the systems involved. These complex equilibrium calculations are best done using computational thermodynamics. In this work some of the basic techniques used to control inclusion composition are reviewed and the thermodynamic information required to perform this task is presented. Several examples of the application of computational thermodynamics to inclusion engineering of different steels grades are presented and compared with experimental results, whenever possible. The potential and limitations of the method are highlighted, in special those related to thermodynamic data and databases.

Current Trends and Perspectives of Detection and Location for Buried Non-Metallic Pipelines

Buried pipelines are an essential component of the urban infrastructure of modern cities.Traditional buried pipes are mainly made of metal materials.With the development of material science and technology in recent years,non-metallic pipes,such as plastic pipes,ceramic pipes,and concrete pipes,are increasingly taking the place of pipes made from metal in various pipeline networks such as water supply,drainage,heat,industry,oil,and gas.The location technologies for the location of the buried metal pipeline have become mature,but detection and location technologies for the non-metallic pipelines are still developing.In this paper,current trends and future perspectives of detection and location of buried non-metallic pipelines are summarized.Initially,this paper reviews and analyzes electromagnetic induction technologies,electromagnetic wave technologies,and other physics-based technologies.It then focuses on acoustic detection and location technologies,and finally introduces emerging technologies.Then the technical characteristics of each detection and location method have been compared,with their strengths and weaknesses identified.The current trends and future perspectives of each buried non-metallic pipeline detection and location technology have also been defined.Finally,some suggestions for the future development of buried non-metallic pipeline detection and location technologies are provided.

Effect of nonmetallic inclusions on localized corrosion of spring steel

Certain inclusions in high-strength 60Si2Mn-Cr spring steel result in poor resistance to localized corrosion.In this work,to study the effect of inclusions on the localized corrosion behavior of spring steel,accelerated corrosion tests were performed by immersing spring steel in 3wt%FeCl_(3)solution for different times.The results show that severe corrosion occurred in areas of clustered CaS inclusions.Sulfide inclusions containing Ca and Mg induced the strongest localized corrosion susceptibility.For the case of(Ca,Mn,Mg)S inclusions,the ability to induce localized corrosion susceptibility is ranked as follows:MgS>CaS>MnS.Moreover,CaS,(Ca,Mn)S,and(Ca,Mn,Mg)S inclusions were mainly responsible for inducing environmental embrittlement.

Effect of retained austenite and nonmetallic inclusions on the thermal/electrical properties and resistance spot welding nuggets of Si-containing TRIP steels

Five advanced high-strength transformation-induced plasticity(TRIP) steels with different chemical compositions were studied to correlate the retained austenite and nonmetallic inclusion content with their physical properties and the characteristics of the resistance spot welding nuggets. Electrical and thermal properties and equilibrium phases of TRIP steels were predicted using the JMatPro? software. Retained austenite and nonmetallic inclusions were quantified by X-ray diffraction and saturation magnetization techniques. The nonmetallic inclusions were characterized by scanning electron microscopy. The results show that the contents of Si, C, Al, and Mn in TRIP steels increase both the retained austenite and the nonmetallic inclusion contents. We found that nonmetallic inclusions affect the thermal and electrical properties of the TRIP steels and that the differences between these properties tend to result in different cooling rates during the welding process. The results are discussed in terms of the electrical and thermal properties determined from the chemical composition and their impact on the resistance spot welding nuggets.

ULTRASONIC SEPARATION OF MICRO-SIZED INCLUSIONS IN MOLTEN METAL

The coagulation time and position of micro-sized non-metallic inclusions in molten metal during ultrasonic separation process were investigated, and the motion course of micro-sized non-metallic inclusions in an ultrasonic standing wave field was numerically simulated. The results of theoretical analysis and numerical simulation show that the movement of inclusions depends on the balance between the acoustic radiation force, effective buoyancy force and viscous drag force. It is presented that micro-sized inclusions, agglomerated at antinode-planes may be removed further with horizon tal ultrasound.``

Neuronal intranuclear inclusion disease mimicking acute cerebellitis:A case report

BACKGROUND Neuronal intranuclear inclusion disease(NIID)is an unusual autosomal dominant,chronic progressive neurodegenerative disease.The clinical manifestations of NIID are complex and varied,complicating its clinical diagnosis.To the best of our knowledge,this report is the first to document sporadic adult-onset NIID mimicking acute cerebellitis(AC)that was finally diagnosed by imaging studies,skin biopsy,and genetic testing.CASE SUMMARY A 63-year-old man presented with fever,gait unsteadiness,dysarthria,and an episode of convulsion.His serum levels of white blood cells and C-reactive protein were significantly elevated.T2-weighted brain magnetic resonance imaging and fluid attenuation inversion recovery sequences showed bilateral high-intensity signals in the medial part of the cerebellar hemisphere beside the vermis.While we initially considered a diagnosis of AC,the patient’s symptoms improved significantly without special treatment,prompting our consideration of NIID.Diffusion-weighted imaging showed hyperintensity in the corticomedullary junction.Skin biopsy revealed eosinophilic inclusions positive for anti-p62 in epithelial sweat-gland cells.GGC repeat expansions in the Notch 2 N-terminal like C gene confirmed the diagnosis of NIID.CONCLUSION For patients with clinical manifestations mimicking AC,the possibility of underlying NIID should be considered along with prompt rigorous examinations.

4Cr13模具钢探伤缺陷的成因分析及控制

针对某公司模铸产线生产的4Cr13钢种探伤不合存在的缺陷问题,采用扫描电镜和能谱仪对钢样进行了成因分析。结果表明,探伤缺陷分为钢板头尾部的点状缺陷和中心区域的线状缺陷,点状缺陷主要以CaO与Al2O3为主的钙铝酸盐夹杂物形式存在,中心区域线状缺陷由钢锭内部缩孔或疏松造成。通过优化RH处理工艺、优化锭型使用、延长镇静时间等改进措施,4Cr13厚板探伤不合率由改进前的平均33.5%下降至改进后的4.5%,得到了显著改善。

Reoxidation of liquid steel and evolution of inclusions during protective atmosphere electroslag remelting of Ce-containing heat-resistant stainless steel

The evolution of Ce-containing inclusions and its correlation with the reoxidation of liquid steel during protective atmosphere electroslag remelting(ESR)of heat-resistant steel were studied.The reoxidation of liquid steel took place during the ESR,resulting in the oxygen pickup from 0.0014 to 0.0053 wt.%.The inclusions in the consumable electrode,liquid metal pool and remelted ingot are Ce_(2)O_(2)S and Ce_(2)O,inclusions invariably.The inclusions in the remelted ingot are originated from three ways:(I)the original inclusions from the electrode;(Il)the newly formed Ce_(2)O_(2)S and Ce_(2)O_(3) inclusions in the liquid metal pool by reoxidation remaining still in remelted ingot;(IlI)the newly generated Ce2O2S and Ce_(2)O_(3) inclusions during cooling and solidification of liquid steel.The relative proportions of Ce_(2)O_(3) inclusions in liquid metal pool and remelted ingot are 41% and 76.5%,respectively.The inclusions ranging from 2 to 5μm in the remelted ingot take up 55%,followed by the inclusions smaller than 2μm(43%of total inclusions).The number proportion of the Ce_(2)0,inclusions in the liquid metal pool which were removed by floating up into slag is 1.96×10-5%.

Pitting corrosion initiated by SiO_(2)-MnO-Cr_(2)O_(3)-Al_(2)O_(3)-based inclusions in a 304 stainless steel

The influence of the aluminum content on the pitting corrosion of a 304 stainless steel by a Cl−solution was investigated.The number,area,and composition of non-metallic inclusions were modified by the addition of aluminum in the steel,which was responsible for the variation of the corrosion degree of the 304 stainless steel.Inclusions detection,corrosion test,electrochemical test,thermodynamic calculation,and first-principles calculation were performed to evaluate the pitting corrosion of the stainless steel.The initiation of the pitting corrosion by three types of inclusions,including(Mn,Si,Cr,S)O,(Mn,Al,Cr)O,and Al_(2)O_(3)were in-situ observed.After corroding for 880 min,the corrosion index of(Mn,Si,Cr,S)O,(Mn,Al,Cr)O,and Al_(2)O_(3)was 0.38%,0.02%,and 0.00%min−1,respectively.With the increase in aluminum content in the steel,the pitting potential of the stainless steel was 0.131,0.304,and 0.338 V,respectively,indicating that a higher aluminum content in the steel was beneficial to improving the pitting corrosion resistance of the 304 stainless steel.

反应堆压力容器管座贯穿件与顶盖J型焊缝缺陷分析及改进

反应堆压力容器(reactor pressure vessel,RPV)管座贯穿件之间的J型密封焊缝的结构形式复杂,焊接难度大,极易产生焊接缺陷。针对某J型焊缝在水压试验后出现的渗透探伤显示进行了深入研究,通过金相分析、扫描电镜、能谱分析等手段对焊接缺陷产生的原因进行了深入分析,确定了缺陷产生的根本原因为焊接过程中焊缝熔池异物侵入导致的晶间夹杂而非DDC(高温失塑裂纹)裂纹,水压试验后使用钢丝刷对J型焊缝表面进行抛光,焊缝表面状态发生了变化,焊缝中埋藏的微小夹杂缺陷暴露于表面,在随后的焊缝渗透检验(PT)形成显示,该缺陷为浅表缺陷(表面1 mm以内),在余量允许的情况下,可通过打磨的方式去除,其关键工艺改进措施为焊接过程的清洁度管控(包括:工位清洁管控、避免焊接-打磨交叉作业、焊前除尘等)。

稀土Ce含量对GCr15SiMn轴承钢冲击性能的影响

制备了不同Ce加入量的GCr15SiMn轴承钢,并对其冲击性能的变化及影响因素进行分析。结果表明:钢中MnS和Al2O3夹杂物在适量Ce的作用下变为球形或椭球形且尺寸较小的稀土夹杂物;稀土夹杂物的种类和数量随Ce含量的增加而增加,Ce加入过量后,夹杂物出现聚合长大导致其尺寸变大且形貌不规则;随着Ce含量的增加,试样的冲击性能先升高后降低,当Ce含量为0.016%时,直径3μm以下小尺寸夹杂物占比最多,夹杂物分布最弥散,且试验钢冲击性能最佳,比不加Ce时提高了173.7%,Ce含量过高时反而降低冲击性能。

长江经济带数字普惠金融对共同富裕的影响——基于创业活跃度中介效应的实证检验

为深入了解数字普惠金融对共同富裕的影响及作用机制,文章在构建长江经济带城市共同富裕指数的基础上,利用2011—2020年110个城市的面板数据,研究了数字普惠金融对共同富裕的影响,并对其影响机制进行分析。实证结果表明:(1)数字普惠金融能有效促进共同富裕,该结论在考虑稳健性和内生性后依然成立;(2)数字普惠金融通过提高创业活跃度提升共同富裕水平;(3)数字普惠金融对共同富裕的非线性影响受到创业活跃度的调节;(4)数字普惠金融的覆盖广度、使用深度、数字化程度均能提升共同富裕水平。其中,数字化程度对共同富裕的促进效应最明显;(5)数字普惠金融对共同富裕的促进效应在长江经济带下游地区更为显著。综上,相关部门应当进一步加大数字普惠金融的覆盖广度、使用深度和数字化程度,夯实数字普惠金融发展;鼓励大众创业,完善创业活动所需的营商环境,发挥创业活跃度的积极作用;制定差异化数字普惠金融发展策略,因地施策,促进共同富裕水平提升。

06Cr18Ni11Ti管坯探伤与晶间腐蚀不合原因分析及改进措施

针对06Cr18Ni11Ti管坯探伤不合以及晶间腐蚀不合问题,采用光学显微镜和扫描电子显微镜对缺陷进行了检测和分析。结果表明:造成探伤不合与腐蚀开裂的原因是相同的,都是因为管坯中存在大量0.4~0.6 mm大尺寸链状TiN夹杂物团簇。通过控制Ti合金化过程中Ti含量、Al含量、炉渣成分,降低浇注温度,提高快锻机单道次压下量,有利于提高探伤、晶间腐蚀的合格率。