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The reason that the hardness increases as the cold working increases is because of defects. Before the reduction, or cold working, the lattice of the material has a virtually defect free, or dislocation free, pattern. The cold working increases the amount of dislocations, and because of this, the material becomes more resistant to additional deformations. This manifests itself, most noticeably, as resistance to plastic deformations.
Microscopically, this explained by the two types of dislocation shifts. Dislocation boundaries can move within the plane of dislocation relatively easily; this is known as a glide. However, when a dislocation boundary is moved up or down, out of the plane of dislocation, it takes much more energy. When a material becomes saturated with dislocations, any new dislocation will inevitably have to shift some dislocation boundaries out of their plane. This is known as a climb. Since climbs require more energy, more force is needed to plastically deform the material, i.e. the material becomes harder. The more dislocations a material has, the more climbs are done to achieve this new dislocation, making it harder to plastically deform a material. So the more cold worked the material is, the more climbs are needed, meaning that more energy is needed to deform the material.
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What is the most important limitation of working with some stone as a building material?
It's lack of tensile strength, a.k.a, the capacity of a material to withstand bending
How strength of a material can increased?
Other elements can be added in certain quantities to make alloys of that metal. Properties such as ductility and hardness can be tailored by adjusting cooling times, heat treating or cold working. Forging can sometimes help to rid the metal of unwanted purities and to improve the grain structure.
What is the definition of working stress in strength of materials?
it is defined is the stress in the material(steel,Al,etc) that will not be exceeded under normal operating condition
What is cheaper cold working or heat treating a metal?
Cold working is generally cheaper than heat treating because it involves shaping the metal at room temperature without the need for energy-intensive heating processes. While cold working can increase the strength of the metal through deformation, it may also lead to increased brittleness. Heat treating, on the other hand, involves significant energy costs and specialized equipment to alter the metal's properties through controlled heating and cooling. Overall, the cost-effectiveness depends on the specific application and desired material properties.
What is the design factor of strength 10000 pounds and working load of 2000?
The design factor, also known as the factor of safety, is calculated by dividing the ultimate strength by the working load. In this case, the design factor is 10,000 pounds (design strength) divided by 2,000 pounds (working load), which equals 5. This means the system is designed to withstand five times the working load, providing a safety margin in case of unexpected loads or conditions.
Which non ferrous metal tensile strength can be increased by hammering or rolling?
Copper is a non-ferrous metal whose tensile strength can be increased by hammering or rolling. This process, known as cold working or cold forging, helps align the grain structure of the metal, resulting in improved strength and hardness.
What is the working principle of hardness tester?
Its basically like sonar. Sending a signal and bouncing it back through the material will vary in time it takes to receive the PING. The longer it takes to receive the PING, the harder the material.Another Answer:The common hardness test is the Indent Test. This test is used in relation to the Rockwell Hardness Scale. The instrument holds a probe called an Indenter. The machine is like a press that pushes the Indenter into the material at a known force. The depth of the indentation made in the material is a measure of its hardness on the Rockwell Hardness Scale.
Why do people study mechanical engineering?
Because they are curious what makes and breaks a material. Why is a material (steel or polymer) working the way it is. What is its strength of weakness.
What is the most important limitation of working with some stone as a building material?
It's lack of tensile strength, a.k.a, the capacity of a material to withstand bending
What is dielectric strength?
The dielectric strength refers to the maximum working voltage that a material can withstand without breaking down. At breakdown the electric field frees bound electrons turning the material into a conductor.
What are the advantages and disadvantage of hard working of a metal?
The advantages of hard working a metal include increased strength, improved wear resistance, and enhanced mechanical properties, making it suitable for demanding applications. However, the disadvantages can include reduced ductility, which may lead to brittleness and an increased risk of fracture, as well as the possibility of residual stresses that can affect the material's performance. Additionally, hard working processes can be energy-intensive and may require specialized equipment.
How strength of a material can increased?
Other elements can be added in certain quantities to make alloys of that metal. Properties such as ductility and hardness can be tailored by adjusting cooling times, heat treating or cold working. Forging can sometimes help to rid the metal of unwanted purities and to improve the grain structure.
What is the definition of working stress in strength of materials?
it is defined is the stress in the material(steel,Al,etc) that will not be exceeded under normal operating condition
What is the effect of cold working on the crystal structure of a metal?
Cold working introduces dislocations in the crystal structure of a metal, causing the grains to deform and orient themselves in the direction of the applied stress. This can increase the strength and hardness of the metal but may also lead to reduced ductility and toughness.
What is the Difference between setting time and working time?
Setting time is a time needed for a material to bind. for example, convert from plastic or liquid to solid. Working time is a time that from the beginning of the work until the moment that the material loss all of it's properties and allows to set into the prepared cavity.
How can you measure hardness?
you can't because only that individual know how hard they are working
What process is used on aluminum to increase hardness?
To increase the hardness of aluminum, a process called "heat treatment" is commonly used, particularly through aging or solution heat treatment followed by aging. This involves heating the aluminum alloy to a specific temperature to dissolve alloying elements, then rapidly cooling it, and finally reheating it to a lower temperature, allowing the formation of precipitates that enhance hardness and strength. Additionally, processes like cold working can also be employed to further increase hardness by deforming the metal at room temperature.
