Multistep modification of the surface of hypereutectic silumin by a pulsed electron beam of submillisecond duration: structure and properties

Key Points

• Surface modification leads to significant changes in microstructure, enhancing material properties.
• Key evidence shows a notable increase in hardness after treatment with a pulsed electron beam.
• Assessment involving a pulsed electron beam—submillisecond duration—demonstrates effective surface alteration.
• Implications suggest that this technique could improve applications in various engineering fields.