Hollow-core Extruder Auger Metallurgy

The proposed project aims to develop a reproducible recipe for producing concrete augers that meet current expectations for wear performance and longevity. The project involves structural characterization of the hard matrix, particularly, the distribution and morphology of martensite, and the hardening particles, including various carbides embedded in such matrix. The hardness of different regions will be tested and correlated to the microstructure. An intern from the University of Manitoba will carry out the chemical and physical characterization of the current materials. This intern will benefit from metallurgy training, delving into various fields as steels, structural design, mechanical test, and the utilization of cast irons in industry. This intern will have an opportunity to address industrial needs from the fundamental knowledge and will contribute to define their future career aspirations. The partner organization, Ultra-Span, who seeks to understand and standardize their current materials, will obtain the necessary knowledge to secure their supply chains from general suppliers to produce the Augers.

Faculty Supervisor:

Guozhen Zhu

Student:

Partner:

Ultra-Span Technologies

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Manufacturing

University:

University of Manitoba

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