The second edition of the Handbook of Induction Heating reflects the number of substantial advances that have taken place over the last decade in theory, computer modeling, semi-conductor power supplies, and process technology of induction heating and induction heat treating. This edition continues to be a synthesis of information, discoveries, and technical insights that have been accumulated at Inductoheat Inc. With an emphasis on design and implementation, the newest edition of this seminal guide provides numerous case studies, ready-to-use tables, diagrams, rules-of-thumb, simplified formulas, and graphs for working professionals and students.
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Provides a comprehensive, up-to-date survey of induction heating concepts and applications
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Updates on computer modeling of induction heating and induction heat treating
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Presents metallurgical aspects of induction hardening of steels and cast irons
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Gives a useful comparison of induction tempering vs. oven tempering
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Surveys recent trends in steels used in forging applications
Preface to the Second Edition of the Handbook of Induction Heating
Authors
Chapter 1 : Introduction
Chapter 2 : Industrial Applications of Induction Heating
Chapter 3 : Theoretical Background
Chapter 4 : Heat Treatment by Induction
Chapter 5 : Joining Applications
Chapter 6 : Induction Mass Heating
Chapter 7 : Power Supplies for Modern Induction Heating
Epilogue
Appendix A : Periodic Table of the Elements
References
Index
