The selective oxidation of Mn from Fe-16.7 Mn-6.6 Si-2.1 Ni was studied by electron microscopy. Nearly all the MnO scale formed spalls during cooling. Two layers are apparent, one being bcc and very low in Mn. The growth rate of the oxidation-induced ferrite layer is parabolic with time. (DLC)
DOE contract number: W-31-109-ENG-38 OSTI Identifier 5906086 Research organization: Argonne National Lab., IL (USA). Research organization: Illinois Univ., Chicago (USA). Dept. of Civil Engineering, Mechanics, and Metallurgy.