Examination of High Quality Experimental 1/2 Inch Homogeneous Plate

Abstract

The purpose of this investigation was to determine some of the metallurgical characteristics of high quality homogeneous armor plate. The following characteristics are desirable in armor plate to obtain optimum ballistic properties: (a) A thoroughly deoxidized steel, resulting in a fairly clean steel, free from segregations of nonmetallic inclusions. (b) A fine, uniform grain after proper heat treatment, resulting in a uniform distribution of carbides in the microstructure. (c) Brinell hardness of 418-444.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jul 12, 1940
Accession Number
ADA954474

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  • E. L. Reed

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DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Ammunition
  • Armor
  • Armor Plate
  • Boundaries
  • Buildings And Structures
  • Chemical Composition
  • Crystal Structure
  • Diameters
  • Grain Boundaries
  • Hardness
  • Heat Treatment
  • Inclusions
  • Microstructure
  • Quenching
  • Right Angles
  • Specifications

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