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Inspection of Metals: Understanding the Basics
Edited by
ASM International
ISBN electronic:
978-1-62708-305-8
Publication date:
2013
Book Chapter
Chapter 5: Hardness Testing
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Published:2013
Abstract
This chapter discusses the operating mechanism, applications, advantages, and limitations of Brinell hardness testing, Rockwell hardness testing, Vickers hardness testing, Scleroscope hardness testing, and microhardness testing. In addition, the general precautions and selection criteria to be considered are described and details of equipment setup provided.
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Citation
Hardness Testing, Inspection of Metals: Understanding the Basics, Edited By F.C. Campbell, ASM International, 2013, p 85–116, https://doi.org/10.31399/asm.tb.imub.t53720085
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