INT 238 Hardness
Outline Explain what hardness is Describe how hardness if found Compare hardness testing methods Convert between scales
What is Hardness A measure of resistance to deformation or penetration
What is Hardness
Testing Methods - Brinnell
Diameter of indentation
Testing Methods - Brinnel
Testing Methods - Brinnell
Vickers Microhardness
Rockwell Hardness
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Conversion
Material presented in this lecture: Brandt, D. A. & Warner, J. C. (2005). Metallurgy Fundamentals. Goodheart- Willcox Company, Inc. Tinley Park, Illinois.