Does welding weaken steel and metals?
This article will examine the effects of welding on steel and other metals, exploring how it may affect their strength …
Failure Analysis
What Causes Pinhole in Welding?
Pinhole in welding is a common issue which are small holes in the welded seam. Pinholes can be caused by …
Strength Calculations
Strength Calculations Strength calculations refer to the process of determining the ability of a material or structure to withstand various …
What is hot cracking liquation cracking solidification cracking
What is Solidification Cracking? Solidification cracking, also known as hot cracking, is a type of weld cracking that occurs during …
Full Penetration Weld, Symbol & Meaning
What is a Full Penetration Weld? A Full Penetration Weld (FP Weld) or also called Complete Joint Penetration (CJP) weld …
Weld Line Defects: Causes and Prevention
What is Weld Line Defect? A weld line defect is a common problem in injection molded plastic parts. It occurs …
Overlap in Welding
Overlap in Welding Overlap in Welding is a welding defect that occurs at the toes of a weld and consists …
Intergranular corrosion-Causes, Inspection & Prevention Guide
what is intergranular corrosion? Intergranular corrosion, also known as intercrystalline corrosion, is a form of corrosion that occurs along grain …
How to Prevent Distortion in Welding
What is Distortion in Welding? Distortion in welding is a change in material shape due to high thermal stresses that …
What is hydrogen induced cracking test or hic test
What is Hydrogen induced cracking (HIC) The most serious problem of weldability in carbon and low-alloy steels is hydrogen induced …
