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Old 02-19-2023, 09:29 PM   #96 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by cRiPpLe_rOoStEr View Post
A forged metal part can actually be weaker when it's not properly treated, as the forging process may disturb the molecular structure of the alloy. No wonder the forged steel crankshaft of the 4-bearing Chevy Stovebolt Six was more prone to break than the cast-iron crankshaft of the 7-bearing engine which replaced it.
If you want strength single crystal casting is where it is at. Fun stuff from my first job after school.


https://www.americanscientist.org/ar...single-crystal
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