Single-Pass Process of Square Butt Joints without Edge Preparation Using Hot-Wire Gas Metal Arc Welding

This paper presents a novel approach to welding thick steel plates that offers time and energy savings compared with conventional techniques. The combination of gas metal arc welding (GMAW) and hot-wire technology simplifies the joint configuration and enhances the process tolerance. In this study,...

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Main Authors: Nattasak Suwannatee, Motomichi Yamamoto
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2023-05-01
Series:Metals
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2075-4701/13/6/1014