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LoC No.: 19015325
Title: A few secrets of the metallurgist simply told
Original Publication: Dunkirk: Atlas Crucible Steel Co., 1918.
Credits: deaurider, Richard Scheibel and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Summary: "A Few Secrets of the Metallurgist Simply Told" by Gerald W. Hinkley is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. The book serves as a straightforward introduction to the principles of metallurgy, particularly focusing on the properties and treatments of steel and alloys, making it accessible primarily for lay readers interested in understanding the basics of metallurgical science. In this work, Hinkley explores foundational concepts in metallurgy, utilizing relatable metaphors to elucidate complex ideas. He examines the processes of hardening, tempering, and alloying while detailing the role of key elements such as carbon, manganese, and tungsten in steel production. The book outlines various types of steel and their applications, revealing how the heat treatment processes impact their properties for use in tools and machinery. Furthermore, Hinkley emphasizes the significance of tool steel in industrial production, illustrating its necessity in the context of wartime manufacturing needs. Overall, this publication serves both as an educational resource and a commentary on the evolving demands of the steel industry. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 54.4 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Author: Hinkley, Gerald Watson, 1889-1919
EBook No.: 75326
Published: Feb 9, 2025
Downloads: 150
Language: English
Subject: Steel
LoCC: Technology: Mining engineering, Metallurgy
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
LoC No.: 19015325
Title: A few secrets of the metallurgist simply told
Original Publication: Dunkirk: Atlas Crucible Steel Co., 1918.
Credits: deaurider, Richard Scheibel and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Summary: "A Few Secrets of the Metallurgist Simply Told" by Gerald W. Hinkley is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. The book serves as a straightforward introduction to the principles of metallurgy, particularly focusing on the properties and treatments of steel and alloys, making it accessible primarily for lay readers interested in understanding the basics of metallurgical science. In this work, Hinkley explores foundational concepts in metallurgy, utilizing relatable metaphors to elucidate complex ideas. He examines the processes of hardening, tempering, and alloying while detailing the role of key elements such as carbon, manganese, and tungsten in steel production. The book outlines various types of steel and their applications, revealing how the heat treatment processes impact their properties for use in tools and machinery. Furthermore, Hinkley emphasizes the significance of tool steel in industrial production, illustrating its necessity in the context of wartime manufacturing needs. Overall, this publication serves both as an educational resource and a commentary on the evolving demands of the steel industry. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 54.4 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Author: Hinkley, Gerald Watson, 1889-1919
EBook No.: 75326
Published: Feb 9, 2025
Downloads: 150
Language: English
Subject: Steel
LoCC: Technology: Mining engineering, Metallurgy
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.