Low heat input welding for thin steel fabrication

  • S. M. Kelly
  • , R. P. Martukanitz
  • , P. Michaleris
  • , M. Bugarewicz
  • , T. D. Huang
  • , L. Kvidahl

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    Abstract

    As thinner members are used in marine construction, the use of conventional joining techniques results in significant angular and buckling distortion due to the inherent high heat input with these processes. Several low heat input alternatives, including laser beam, gas metal arc, and hybrid laser arc welding, are explored. The paper focuses on process development, real time distortion measurements, and implementation of these processes.

    Original languageEnglish (US)
    Pages (from-to)105-109
    Number of pages5
    JournalJournal of Ship Production
    Volume22
    Issue number2
    StatePublished - May 2006

    UN SDGs

    This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

    1. SDG 14 - Life Below Water
      SDG 14 Life Below Water

    All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes

    • Ocean Engineering
    • Mechanical Engineering

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