Investigation of microstructure and properties of TiN-strengthened mooring chain steel

As a high-strength low-alloy (HSLA) steel, 22MnCrNiMo steel is widely utilized in critical marine engineering applications, such as offshore oil platforms, wind power installations, and naval vessels. The incorporation of second-phase particles in steel can significantly enhance its mechanical prope...

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Main Authors: Xiaojie Cui, Xiaoxin Li, Changqing Hu, Dingguo Zhao, Yan Liu, Shuhuan Wang
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Published: Elsevier 2025-09-01
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Xiaoxin Li
Changqing Hu
Dingguo Zhao
Yan Liu
Shuhuan Wang
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Xiaoxin Li
Changqing Hu
Dingguo Zhao
Yan Liu
Shuhuan Wang
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description As a high-strength low-alloy (HSLA) steel, 22MnCrNiMo steel is widely utilized in critical marine engineering applications, such as offshore oil platforms, wind power installations, and naval vessels. The incorporation of second-phase particles in steel can significantly enhance its mechanical properties. This study investigates the effects of varied TiN additions (0–0.24 wt. %) on the microstructure, phase composition, and mechanical performance of 22MnCrNiMo steel fabricated via selective laser melting (SLM). Experimental results indicated that the optimal comprehensive properties were achieved at a TiN content of 0.24 wt. % under the following SLM parameters: laser power of 175 W, scanning speed of 800 mm/s, layer thickness of 30 μm, and hatch spacing of 110 μm. The SLM-fabricated sample exhibited ultimate tensile strength (UTS) of 1416 MPa, yield strength (YS) of 1338 MPa, elongation of 9.7 %, and Charpy impact energy of 228.4 J. These findings elucidate the underlying mechanisms of microstructural evolution and mechanical property enhancements in TiN-modified 22MnCrNiMo steel processed by SLM, providing valuable insights for optimizing the performance of HSLA steels in demanding marine environments.
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spelling doaj-art-feaa9d2cabd646fea16ea1c3eaa0a2df2025-08-20T03:30:13ZengElsevierResults in Engineering2590-12302025-09-012710590210.1016/j.rineng.2025.105902Investigation of microstructure and properties of TiN-strengthened mooring chain steelXiaojie Cui0Xiaoxin Li1Changqing Hu2Dingguo Zhao3Yan Liu4Shuhuan Wang5North China University of Science and Technology, Tangshan, 063210, PR ChinaNorth China University of Science and Technology, Tangshan, 063210, PR ChinaCorresponding author.; North China University of Science and Technology, Tangshan, 063210, PR ChinaNorth China University of Science and Technology, Tangshan, 063210, PR ChinaNorth China University of Science and Technology, Tangshan, 063210, PR ChinaNorth China University of Science and Technology, Tangshan, 063210, PR ChinaAs a high-strength low-alloy (HSLA) steel, 22MnCrNiMo steel is widely utilized in critical marine engineering applications, such as offshore oil platforms, wind power installations, and naval vessels. The incorporation of second-phase particles in steel can significantly enhance its mechanical properties. This study investigates the effects of varied TiN additions (0–0.24 wt. %) on the microstructure, phase composition, and mechanical performance of 22MnCrNiMo steel fabricated via selective laser melting (SLM). Experimental results indicated that the optimal comprehensive properties were achieved at a TiN content of 0.24 wt. % under the following SLM parameters: laser power of 175 W, scanning speed of 800 mm/s, layer thickness of 30 μm, and hatch spacing of 110 μm. The SLM-fabricated sample exhibited ultimate tensile strength (UTS) of 1416 MPa, yield strength (YS) of 1338 MPa, elongation of 9.7 %, and Charpy impact energy of 228.4 J. These findings elucidate the underlying mechanisms of microstructural evolution and mechanical property enhancements in TiN-modified 22MnCrNiMo steel processed by SLM, providing valuable insights for optimizing the performance of HSLA steels in demanding marine environments.http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2590123025019735Mooring chain steelSecond-phase strengtheningSelective laser melting (SLM)Microstructuremechanical properties
spellingShingle Xiaojie Cui
Xiaoxin Li
Changqing Hu
Dingguo Zhao
Yan Liu
Shuhuan Wang
Investigation of microstructure and properties of TiN-strengthened mooring chain steel
Results in Engineering
Mooring chain steel
Second-phase strengthening
Selective laser melting (SLM)
Microstructure
mechanical properties
title Investigation of microstructure and properties of TiN-strengthened mooring chain steel
title_full Investigation of microstructure and properties of TiN-strengthened mooring chain steel
title_fullStr Investigation of microstructure and properties of TiN-strengthened mooring chain steel
title_full_unstemmed Investigation of microstructure and properties of TiN-strengthened mooring chain steel
title_short Investigation of microstructure and properties of TiN-strengthened mooring chain steel
title_sort investigation of microstructure and properties of tin strengthened mooring chain steel
topic Mooring chain steel
Second-phase strengthening
Selective laser melting (SLM)
Microstructure
mechanical properties
url http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2590123025019735
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