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This paper reviews the evolution of HSLA steels, from their beginnings in 1929 with the development of weathering steels through the present highly sophisticated controlrolled microalloyed plate steels and microalloyed and intercritically heat-treated sheet steels. Some speculation is also included on possible future developments.
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Dr. Porter received his BS in chemical engineering and MS and PhD in metallurgical engineering from the University of Wisconsin. He has been engaged in several areas of alloy steel development with special emphasis on submarine hull steels, and is currently senior research consultant for Basic Research in Physical Metallurgy. He is a member of The Metallurgical SOCiety of AIME.
Dr. Repas received his undergraduate and graduate degrees in metallurgy from Case Institute of Technology. Since joining U.S. Steel in 1965, he has been involved in research on high-strength low-alloy steels with emphasis on alioy development and hot-mill processing control for sheet, plate, and linepipe products.
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Porter, L.F., Repas, P.E. The Evolution of HSLA Steels. JOM 34, 14–21 (1982). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF03337994
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