Sample, Material
Object number2020.14.16
Manufacturer
United States Steel Corporation
Date2014
MediumSteel; Felt; Adhesive; Applied decoration
Credit LineGift of Brian Butko
DescriptionGrey steel sample piece. Sample is a square with rounded edges, black applied text on the front, and black felt attached to the back. US Steel label at the top of the sample.DimensionsHeight x Width x Depth: 2.875 x 2.875 x 0.125 in. (7.3 x 7.3 x 0.3 cm)InscriptionsBlack text on front of sample: "[US Steel logo] / Generation 3 AHSS / 980 MPa / 27% TEL / JUNE - 2014".
Historical NotesUS Steel sample is part of a collection of Pittsburgh-area items that belonged to the donor, Brian Butko, a native and current resident of West Mifflin, and his family. The US Steel sample is of a 3rd generation advanced high-strength steel that was created for use in automobiles. The study to create this high-strength steel was led by Auto/Steel Partnership
Previous owner
Brian Butko
Related institution
Auto/Steel Partnership
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