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The fracture toughness of an experimental bainitic (SRR) crossing which failed in manufacture (TN-STM-019)

Last updated on 21 June 2013 2:50

The swing nose crossing was cast in an experimental bainitic steel by Edgar Allen Foundry Ltd. This steel had been selected from three candidate steels following tests and examinations to determine their mechanical and metallurgical properties. The easting failed during a cold straightening operation when it was loaded in...

Author(s): Cannon D.F.;Sharpe K.A.

Organisation(s): British Rail Research ;

1980

United Kingdom

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