M. Masoumi , B. Fonseca , M. Béreš , M.J. Silva-Neto , H.F.G. Abreu
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Abstract
This study investigates the microstructural evolution and phase transformations in advanced maraging steel, emphasizing the interplay between reverted austenite, martensite, and nanoprecipitates. X-ray diffraction confirmed 9.8 ± 0.3 vol% retained austenite, while nanoindentation revealed its stress-assisted transformation, enhancing ductility via the TRIP effect. Aging at 560 °C preserved the martensitic laths, promoting microchemical diffusion and austenite reversion. EBSD analysis highlighted Kurdjumov-Sachs orientation relationships and dislocation dynamics, linking lattice distortion to mechanical strength. This hierarchical nanostructural synergy enhances ductility and toughness with minimal reduction in strength by combining hard nanoprecipitates and soft reverted austenite within the martensitic structure.
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