Welding Metallurgy Archives - Page 4 of 12

What is Shot Peening?

What is Shot Peening? It is a type of cold working, usually metal beads (glass or ceramic particles are also

What is Fusion Welding? Fusion welding is a process of joining two or more materials by heating them to their

Welding vs Brazing Welding and brazing are two common metal joining techniques. They both have their own unique advantages and

E6013 or E7018 Rod? Many welders and engineers get this query in their day-to-day work life. For most of them,

What is Solidification Cracking? Solidification cracking, also known as hot cracking, is a type of weld cracking that occurs during

What is Pearlite in Steel? Have you ever wondered what gives steel its remarkable strength and durability? One of the

AISI 304 Stainless Steel (18-8 stainless steel) 304 stainless steel is a versatile Austenitic Stainless Steel (Chrome-Nickel base, also called

What is Cast Iron? Cast iron is a type of ferrous metal, meaning that it contains iron. The carbon percentage

What is Post Weld Heat Treatment (PWHT) or Stress Relieving? Post Weld Heat Treatment (PWHT), or also called stress relief

This post covers the effect of heat input in welding on weld metal & HAZ toughness, hardness, microstructure and mechanical