Structural changes in steel during hardening by deformation wave

The article presents results of study possibility hardening high-manganese steel X120Mn12 by a deformation wave in the process strain (WSH). Features method is using shock waves for plastic deformation, which significantly expands technological capabilities formation hardened surface layer. dominant design and parameters treatment are established, have main influence on microstructure hardness Possibility significant increase depth layer established. can reach 6-8 mm, be increased more than three times. Microstructural analysis showed no cracks. obtained conducted research used to develop technology strengthening various heavy-loaded parts made steel.