Precipitation transformation behavior of 9.5Cr-1.5MoCoVNbNB martensitic heat-resistant steel during heat treatment studied by transmission electron microscope and atom probe tomography

Key Points

• Precipitation transformation behavior alters microstructure during heat treatment, enhancing material properties.
• Key evidence shows structural changes observed through transmission electron microscope and atom probe tomography.
• Assessment using advanced imaging techniques provided detailed insights into the behavior of precipitates under heat treatment.
• Findings indicate potential for optimizing heat treatment processes to improve performance characteristics.