Computer process planning of induction hardening

Phases in setting up the induction hardening procedure have been discussed. For the exact definition of working parameters, computer simulation is recommended. For the axially symmetric work-pieces a special simulation program has been developed. Performance of the simulation program has been tested for the case of induction hardening of steel cylindrical work-piece. The measured values of surface hardness and hardening depths have been compared with the specified values, indicating good corespondence between the simulated and obtained values