Manganese Steel (Noun)
Meaning
A steel with a relatively large component (10-14%) of manganese; highly resistant to wear and shock.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- The manganese steel rail crossings are highly resistant to wear and shock from heavy train traffic.
- Manganese steel is often used in the manufacture of railway tracks due to its durability and resistance to deformation.
- The company specializes in producing manganese steel castings for the mining and construction industries.
- The use of manganese steel in the production of excavator buckets has significantly extended their lifespan.
- Manganese steel is also used in the manufacture of safes and security containers due to its high resistance to drilling and cutting.