What Is Distortion Welding

Welding distortion can be defined as “the non-uniform expansion and contraction of weld metal and adjacent base metal during the heating and cooling cycle of the welding process”. Distortion is a consideration when arc welding all materials, and the principals behind this reaction are fundamentally the same.

What is intermittent welding?

An intermittent weld, also called a skip weld, consists of a series of welds placed on a joint, with unwelded spaces between each of the welds. The indi- vidual weld segments in an intermittent weld have a length and pitch compo- nent.

Why would you use a back stepping welding technique quizlet?

Why would you use a back stepping welding technique? To minimize distortion.

Maya Lin-Takahashi

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Maya is a hardware enthusiast who tests and reviews smart home devices, smartphones, wearables, and audio gear. She focuses on practical consumer value and build quality.

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