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HAZ in pipeline steels: microstructure, welding and mechanical performance
This technical briefing examines how welding thermal cycles, steel composition and microalloying, particularly with Niobium, interact to control HAZ microstructure and mechanical behavior.
It connects fundamental metallurgical mechanisms with practical welding considerations, supporting more informed decisions in steel specification, welding procedure design and pipeline integrity management.
Gain technical insight into how welding thermal cycles influence microstructure and mechanical performance in critical welded joints.
This technical briefing covers:
• HAZ sub-regions and microstructural evolution
• Effects of welding thermal cycles (Δt800/500)
• Discussion of microstructural development, mechanical behavior and coating performance in flat steel applications.
• Implications for weld toughness and integrity