As hardness increases — particularly above ~35 HRC — susceptibility to hydrogen embrittlement can rise significantly, leading to: ❌ Delayed cracking ❌ Sudden brittle failures ❌ Unexpected component breakdowns ⚠️ Stronger doesn’t always mean safer. One critical mechanism often overlooked? 🔬 Hydrogen Embrittlement When designing high-strength components, choosing the highest hardness material may unintentionally increase […]
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