Enhancement of resistance to cracking under thermal cycling of EDM-treated H13 steel by shot peening with optimized intensity

Key Points

• Enhanced cracking resistance was observed under thermal cycling conditions for EDM-treated H13 steel.
• Testing revealed that optimized shot peening intensity significantly improved resistance performance.
• This analysis utilized shot peening combined with electrical discharge machining for effective treatment outcomes.
• Such findings highlight the importance of optimized interventions in improving material durability under challenging conditions.