Indian Welding Journal

S. N. Chakravarty , N. K. Sarkar

Abstract

Austenitic manganese steel liners have the unique properties of developing rapidly a work hardened surface during service, while retaining adequate tough interior. Due to this work hardening characteristic, these liners have a property to withstand abrasion or sliding in service. As indigenously developed austenitic manganese steel liners are not abundantly available, Railways had to develop indigenous substitute for these liners.

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