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Enhanced Local Inert Gas Shielding Device for GMAW WAAM

Invention Reference Number

202305431

Gas metal arc welding (GMAW) wire arc additive manufacturing (WAAM) processes use inert shielding to protect the weld arc during material deposition, but do not protect the trailing bead, which can lead to weld issues varying from low finish quality to diminished material properties.

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To learn more about this technology, email partnerships@ornl.gov or call 865-574-1051.