Steels are widely used in a variety of engineering applications ranging from civil to aerospace and automotive industries. The simplicity to manufacture, the cost and the well-studied properties of steel alloys make them ubiquitous in engineering. Most alloyed steels are manufactured with a complex chemistry depending on the desired properties. However, this page will equip you with the knowledge necessary to perform metallography hassle-free and efficiently. Metallography of Steels Contents 1/ Metallography for quality control 2/ Sample preparation methods 3/ Troubleshooting ...