Example 11

Nitriding of an iron-based material using ammonia was evaluated. FIG. 17 is a diagram illustrating an X-ray diffraction (XRD) spectrum of example thin iron foils nitrided using ammonia in a tube furnace. Thin foils of 50-100 μm were nitride using a mixture of NH3/H2 at 400-700° C. About 9-11% nitrogen composition was found in foils after the nitriding.

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