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Introduction to Advanced Welding Processes

  • Sandip Kunar
  • , T. Jagadeesha
  • , Chika Oliver Ujah
  • , Norfazillah Talib
  • , Gurudas Mandal
  • , Akhilesh Kumar Singh
  • , Aezeden Mohamed

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2 Citations (Scopus)

Abstract

The field of advanced manufacturing has explored a prominent revolution in the techniques of welding. This article reveals the development and importance of welding techniques in relation to state-of-the-art manufacturing practices. Among the cutting-edge technologies, promoting accuracy and efficiency in welding are friction stir, laser, electron beam, and ultrasonic welding. These procedures are essential in some advanced sectors, including aerospace, electronics, and medical device, because they provide benefits like decreased distortion, fewer heat-affected zones, and better weld quality. Combining additive manufacturing with welding opens new opportunities for creating complex structures and strengthening weak spots. Robotic welding systems have improved productivity and worker safety in production by producing uniform, high-quality welds. The qualities of several techniques are combined in hybrid welding procedures, which highlight flexibility and optimization for a range of applications. Although there are many advantages to welding in advanced production, difficulties still exist. Maintaining uniformity and quality throughout large-scale production is still an issue, especially when working with complex designs. Research into more environmental friendly and energy-efficient welding procedures is fueled by the pursuit of sustainability. In conclusion, companies have been able to attain improved precision, efficiency, and quality credits to the evolution of welding processes in tandem with advanced manufacturing techniques. This article clarifies the crucial role that welding plays in the context of sophisticated manufacturing, emphasizing both its potential for future innovation and its revolutionary effect on a variety of industries.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationAdvanced Welding Technologies
Publisherwiley
Pages1-24
Number of pages24
ISBN (Electronic)9781394331925
ISBN (Print)9781394331895
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 1 Jan 2025

UN SDGs

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

  1. SDG 7 - Affordable and Clean Energy
    SDG 7 Affordable and Clean Energy
  2. SDG 9 - Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
    SDG 9 Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure

Keywords

  • 3D printing
  • Additive
  • Friction stir welding
  • Manufacturing
  • Robotic welding
  • Ultrasonic welding

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • General Engineering
  • General Materials Science

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