Open Access Modeling of Phase Transformation in Induction Hardening

Abstract: Mechanical properties of machined components are controlled by inducing phase transformations in the outer layer of the materials. Induction hardening is one such manufacturing process where the surface hardness is enhanced while the core is retained with the original structure and characteristics. In this study, a mathematical model had been developed to predict the hardness and the volume fraction of martensite present in the hardened surface. Experiments applying inductio