Structural Change of the Surface Layer of Low Carbon Steels due to Abrading

Abstract

Structural change of the surface layer of low carbon steels due to abrading with the same material is examined by X-ray analysis and electron microscopy, and it is seen that (1) a most favourable condition for maximum wear is characterized by the formation of a surface layer of small lattice strain and (2) the nature of the first layer formed in the process of friction plays a leading role in the wear process.