Introducing Compressive Residual Stresses into a Stainless-Steel T-Pipe Joint by an Overlay Weld

Microcracks are always present in the deposited metal of nickel-based alloys and austenitic stainless steels, which affects the safety of the pressure pipes. If compressive stress can be introduced into the cracked position by overlay welding, the time required with ordinary gouging repair welding t...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: Qibao Chu, Xiaofei Kong, Wei Tan
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-07-01
Series:Metals
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2075-4701/11/7/1109