| Abstract Scope |
This talk will reflect briefly upon the discovery of iron and advancements over the centuries that led to its pervasive use in automotive and other demanding structural applications. The martensitic transformation, which became the turning point in steel metallurgy, and its endless ability to create a variety of microstructures with their unique properties, will be described. Finally, the potential for continued development in the iron-based system that exploits the combination of intrinsic unique material attributes with process and product design will be highlighted. |