The document summarizes research on the microstructure evolution during recrystallization of dual-phase steels. Key points include:
- Experiments were conducted on hot-rolled and cold-rolled dual-phase steel compositions with varying annealing temperatures, times, and cooling/heating rates.
- Microstructure and texture were characterized through electron backscatter diffraction and scanning electron microscopy. Recrystallization and phase transformations were studied through thickness.
- Numerical simulations were also used to model recrystallization, forming processes, and yield surfaces to complement experimental findings.
- The competition between recrystallization and phase transformations, and their effect on microstructure, texture, and retained austenite fraction were