STRESS RELIEVING. Heating to a suitable temperature, holding long enough to reduce residual stresses and then cooling slowly to minimize the development of new residual stresses.
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THERMAL SHOCK. The development of a steep temperature gradient and accompanying high stresses within a structure.
SELECTIVE HEATING. Intentionally heating only certain portions of a workpiece.
TEMPERING. Reheating quenched steel to a temperature below the critical range, followed by any desired rate of cooling. Tempering is done to relieve […]
SLOT FURNACE. A common batch furnace where stock is charged and removed through a slot or opening.