Methods for electromagnetic pressure seam welding of Al/Fe sheets

Abstract

Aluminium (Al), despite its low melting point, has a high electric conductivity and thermal conductivity but poor heating efficiency, ranking as a hard-to-weld material. It is routinely necessary to weld aluminium sheets to sheets made of a dissimilar metal, such as steel sheets (Fe). In this case, it is advisable to use seam welding than spot welding in order to ensure good weld strength and joint tightness. However, seam welding of Al/Fe sheets is difficult and little reported in literature.