The Production, Microstructure, and Properties of Wrought Iron

Robert Walker VII
School of Mechanical and Materials Engineering, University of Surrey, Guildford, Surrey GU2 7XH, UK
J. Chem. Educ., 2002, 79 (4), p 443
DOI: 10.1021/ed079p443
Publication Date (Web): April 1, 2002
History, Education, and Documentation

Abstract

This paper reviews the production of wrought iron from the ore, using charcoal as a fuel, and also from cast iron. The microstructure consists of an almost pure iron, ferrite, and a slag: the different forms of these are described and examples are given. The mechanical properties and corrosion resistance are good but depend upon the orientation of the slag and other precipitates. The use of wrought iron in ancient artifacts is covered and examples are given. In conclusion it is suggested that developments in the manufacture of wrought iron had a marked effect on the progress of civilization.

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General Public

Keywords (Domain):

History / Philosophy

Keywords (Subject):

Materials Science
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