Source: Phys.org
Researchers working with a major U.S. steelmaker are responding to the increased demand for vehicles that are made safer and more fuel efficient by using neutrons “to better understand the properties of hydroformed advanced high-strength steel and how it responds to residual stress introduced during manufacturing,” according to Phys.org.
United States Steel Corporation (USS) industrial research engineers used neutrons at Oak Ridge National Laboratory’s Spallation Neutron Source to analyze materials exposed to different manufacturing processes.
“Because this is a new material containing retained austenite, we need to have a better understanding of its performance. A better understanding of how this material responds to different manufacturing processes like stamping or hydroforming will help us validate engineering models that will in turn make it easier to design and produce auto components that are lighter, stronger, and more durable.” ~ Lu Huang, USS industrial research engineer
Read more: “Neutrons Analyze Advanced High-Strength Steels To Improve Vehicle Safety and Efficiency”
Photo Credit: ORNL/Genevieve Martin. Photo caption: Lu Huang, USS industrial research engineer prepares a lightweighted advanced high strength steel component for neutron research at the Spallation Neutron Source’s VULCAN instrument. Data from this study may make it faster and easier for companies to design automotive components that are lighter, more durable, and safer. Credit: ORNL/Genevieve Martin
