Research progress of induction hardening technology for ball screw

doi:10.13251/j.issn.0254-6051.2025.02.027

Abstract

Abstract: Induction hardening technology, as an advanced metal surface heat treatment strengthening method, can effectively improve the hardness and wear resistance of ball screws, thereby significantly extending their service life and performance stability. The key technical issues and challenges faced by induction hardening technology for ball screws were summarized, and its main research progress, covering basic principles, application of simulation technology, optimization of process parameters, specialized equipment, and other aspects, were systematically over viewed. Based on these, the prospects of induction hardening technology in the screw manufacturing industry were discussed.

Key words: ball screw, induction hardening, research progress

CLC Number:

TG156.33

Li Mingzhe, Chen Baofeng, Sun Lizhuang, Zhang Wenliang, Zhang Lun, Liu Junjie. Research progress of induction hardening technology for ball screw[J]. Heat Treatment of Metals, 2025, 50(2): 172-180.

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