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Distortion Types of Distortion

There are several types of distortion that can occur in welded structures, including longitudinal, transverse, angular, twisting, and bending distortions. Distortion results from the non-uniform expansion and contraction of the weld, heat-affected zone, and base metal during welding. Distortion can be influenced by structural parameters, material properties, and fabrication techniques. It can be controlled during welding through methods like back stepping, intermittent welds, and proper weld sequencing. After welding, distortion can be corrected through mechanical or hot pressing, jacking, or hammering techniques.

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Distortion Types of Distortion

There are several types of distortion that can occur in welded structures, including longitudinal, transverse, angular, twisting, and bending distortions. Distortion results from the non-uniform expansion and contraction of the weld, heat-affected zone, and base metal during welding. Distortion can be influenced by structural parameters, material properties, and fabrication techniques. It can be controlled during welding through methods like back stepping, intermittent welds, and proper weld sequencing. After welding, distortion can be corrected through mechanical or hot pressing, jacking, or hammering techniques.

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DISTORTION Types of Distortion

Distortion in weldments results from Longitudinal Distortion


Transverse Distortion
non-uniform expansion and contraction
Angular Distortion
of the weld, HAZ and the adjacent
Twisting Distortion
regions of the base metal during heating
Bending Distortion
and cooling cycles associated with
Buckling Distortion
various welding processes
Local Distortion

FACTORS INFLUENCING DISTORTION CONTROL OF DISTORTION


Before welding
Minimize welding
• Structural Related Parameters Edge Preparation
Fillet size

• Material Related Paramete3rs Root gap control


Gas cutting
Fixturing
• Fabrication Related Parameters
Preheating
Pre setting

CONTROL OF DISTORTION CORRECTION OF DISTORTION

During welding After welding

Back step Technique • Mechanical correction


Back skip Technique Pressing
Less number of passes Jacking
Intermittent welds Hammering
Weld Sequencing
Weld axis to Neutral axis distance • Hot correction

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