Steel Forgings: Design, Production, Selection, Testing and Application, Manual 53

Book Description:

Manual 53 is a comprehensive, in-depth publication that covers the full range and scope of steel forgings. Twenty-two comprehensive chapters discuss:

Background information on the classification of forgings according to the method of manufacture:

Importance of steel production methods in establishing the expected properties:

A critical review of over 60 ASTM forging standards covering applications as diverse as railroad and power generation equipment, pressure vessel components, and a wide range of general industrial equipment

The effect of various types of forging operations relative to soundness and application

Specialized nondestructive testing methods developed for forgings

Economic and quality factors regarding the choice between forgings and other steel product forms

Special considerations in the heat treatment of forgings

Pros and cons of the timing of machining and the effect of test specimen location on the anticipated mechanical properties of the forging

Surface treatments for enhancing forging performance and life

Forging flaws and examples of service problems

Manual 53 is both a practical and vital resource for design engineers; purchasing managers; manufacturers of pressure vessels, turbines, and generators; metallurgical engineers; university professors, and lawyers.