Abstract: Prior to welding, a base metal of an austenitic stainless steel alloy is cooled to approximately -78.degree. C. This process, using a conventional filler metal, reduces microfissuring in welds.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
April 26, 1982
Date of Patent:
August 14, 1984
Assignee:
UNC Navel Products, Naval Products Div.
Inventors:
Basil J. Nicolozakes, John M. Sanders, Daniel P. Chiangi, Chris M. Pacula