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can anyone explain the shock absorbing ability of steel? thank you
mild steel is one of low carbon steel which means not so strong when compared to high carbon one, why is mild steel used instead of high carbon steel?
well, i was thinking whether the mild steel is heat treated first. but how can annealing change the crystal structure of mild steel? is it something related to the body centered cubic and face centered cubic thing?
it really confuses me, i thought annealing is going to increase the hardness and strength of mild steel, but its seems to be differnet from what i thought its going to be, can anyone clarify that, coz my teahcer will probably ask me to explain it.
On a side note : strange as it may seem, some cast irons have very good vibration damping properties. I think they are called SG irons (because of spheroidal graphite nucleii), and get used in automobile cylinders, pump rotors and other places that can be a source of vibration.
The shock absorbing ability of steel refers to its ability to withstand and dissipate external forces or impacts without breaking or deforming. This is due to the material's high strength and ductility.
Steel absorbs shock through a combination of its high strength, ductility, and elasticity. When an external force or impact is applied to the steel, it deforms slightly and absorbs the energy, then returns to its original shape without breaking.
Steel is a good shock absorber due to its high strength and ductility. These properties allow it to absorb and dissipate large amounts of energy without breaking or deforming permanently.
While steel is a good shock absorber, there are other materials that may be more suitable for specific applications. For example, rubber is often used for shock absorption in car tires, while foam is commonly used for shock absorption in athletic shoes.
Yes, steel can lose its shock absorbing ability over time due to factors such as corrosion, fatigue, and wear and tear. It is important to regularly inspect and maintain steel structures to ensure their shock absorbing ability is not compromised.