Welding Techniques for Magnesium Alloy Joints: A Comprehensive Review.

Milos Poliak, Piotr Czyzewski, Przemyslaw Kubiak, Damian Frej, Adam Rylski, Marek Wozniak, Krzysztof Siczek

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Milos PoliakDepartment of Road and Urban Transport, University of Žilina, 010-26 Žilina, Slovakia.ORCID 0000-0002-9149-2439

Piotr CzyzewskiDivision of Ecotechnics, Lodz University of Technology, 90-924 Łódź, Poland.

Przemyslaw KubiakDivision of Ecotechnics, Lodz University of Technology, 90-924 Łódź, Poland.ORCID 0000-0003-0225-9609

Damian FrejFaculty of Mechatronics and Mechanical Engineering, Kielce University of Technology, 25-314 Kielce, Poland.ORCID 0000-0003-1899-4712

Adam RylskiInstitute of Materials Science and Engineering, Lodz University of Technology, 90-924 Łódź, Poland.

Marek WozniakDepartment of Vehicles and fundamentals of machine Design. Lodz University of Technology, 90-924 Łódź, Poland.ORCID 0000-0001-9204-4024

Krzysztof SiczekDepartment of Vehicles and fundamentals of machine Design. Lodz University of Technology, 90-924 Łódź, Poland.ORCID 0000-0003-2216-3452

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Abstract

Magnesium (Mg) alloys are crucial for lightweight automotive design, underscoring the need for effective welding despite their poor weldability and susceptibility to defects such as cracks. The paper was prepared by reviewing available scientific databases of studies and patents using appropriate keywords. It reviews the properties, applications, and welding methods (fusion, friction, diffusion, explosive, and hybrid) of Mg alloys, assessing their advantages, disadvantages, and precautions. The importance of understanding the mechanical behavior and structural integrity of welded joints was highlighted. The impact of process variables on weld microstructure and properties, along with future research areas, is also addressed. AZ-series Mg alloys were found to be favored for weldability. For them, primary welding methods include GTAW, GMAW, LBW, and FSW. Trends emphasize solid-state techniques, advanced dissimilar metal joining, and AI optimization to enhance welding efficiency and quality. Welding of modern Mg-inclusive high-entropy alloys is under intensive development.

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filler materialfriction stir weldinglaser beam weldingmetallic interlayersMg alloysMg high-entropy alloyspreheatingwelding methods

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PMID42590431

DOI10.3390/ma19153355

PMCPMC13468189

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