Research and Development Progress of Laser–Arc Hybrid Welding: A Review

Laser–arc hybrid welding (LAHW) is an advanced welding technology that integrates both laser and arc heat sources within a single molten pool, achieving synergistic benefits that surpass the sum of their individual contributions. This method enhances the welding speed and depth of the fusion, stabil...

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Main Authors: Yang He, Xinyu Song, Zhidong Yang, Ruihai Duan, Jiangmin Xu, Wenqin Wang, Liangyu Chen, Mingxiao Shi, Shujin Chen
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Mingxiao Shi
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description Laser–arc hybrid welding (LAHW) is an advanced welding technology that integrates both laser and arc heat sources within a single molten pool, achieving synergistic benefits that surpass the sum of their individual contributions. This method enhances the welding speed and depth of the fusion, stabilizes the process, and minimizes welding defects. Numerous studies have investigated the principles, synergistic effects, keyhole dynamics, joint performance, and various factors influencing the parameters of laser–arc hybrid welding. This paper begins with an introduction to the classification of LAHW, followed by a discussion of the characteristics of gas-shielded welding, argon arc welding, and plasma hybrid welding. Subsequently, the welding principles underlying laser–arc hybrid welding will be elucidated. To enhance weld integrity and quality, this paper will analyze keyhole behavior, droplet transfer dynamics, welding quality performance, and the generation and prevention of welding defects that affect laser–arc hybrid welding. Additionally, a detailed analysis of the effects of residual stress on the shape, microstructure, and phase composition of the weld will be provided, along with an exploration of the influences of various welding parameters on post-weld deformation and mechanical properties.
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spelling doaj-art-3a0193a3348047da9c868f3828527ed72025-08-20T03:43:20ZengMDPI AGMetals2075-47012025-03-0115332610.3390/met15030326Research and Development Progress of Laser–Arc Hybrid Welding: A ReviewYang He0Xinyu Song1Zhidong Yang2Ruihai Duan3Jiangmin Xu4Wenqin Wang5Liangyu Chen6Mingxiao Shi7Shujin Chen8School of Materials Science and Engineering, Jiangsu University of Science and Technology, Zhenjiang 212003, ChinaSchool of Materials Science and Engineering, Jiangsu University of Science and Technology, Zhenjiang 212003, ChinaSchool of Materials Science and Engineering, Jiangsu University of Science and Technology, Zhenjiang 212003, ChinaSchool of Materials Science and Engineering, Jiangsu University of Science and Technology, Zhenjiang 212003, ChinaSchool of Materials Science and Engineering, Jiangsu University of Science and Technology, Zhenjiang 212003, ChinaSchool of Advanced Manufacturing, Nanchang University, Nanchang 330031, ChinaSchool of Materials Science and Engineering, Jiangsu University of Science and Technology, Zhenjiang 212003, ChinaSchool of Materials Science and Engineering, Jiangsu University of Science and Technology, Zhenjiang 212003, ChinaSchool of Materials Science and Engineering, Jiangsu University of Science and Technology, Zhenjiang 212003, ChinaLaser–arc hybrid welding (LAHW) is an advanced welding technology that integrates both laser and arc heat sources within a single molten pool, achieving synergistic benefits that surpass the sum of their individual contributions. This method enhances the welding speed and depth of the fusion, stabilizes the process, and minimizes welding defects. Numerous studies have investigated the principles, synergistic effects, keyhole dynamics, joint performance, and various factors influencing the parameters of laser–arc hybrid welding. This paper begins with an introduction to the classification of LAHW, followed by a discussion of the characteristics of gas-shielded welding, argon arc welding, and plasma hybrid welding. Subsequently, the welding principles underlying laser–arc hybrid welding will be elucidated. To enhance weld integrity and quality, this paper will analyze keyhole behavior, droplet transfer dynamics, welding quality performance, and the generation and prevention of welding defects that affect laser–arc hybrid welding. Additionally, a detailed analysis of the effects of residual stress on the shape, microstructure, and phase composition of the weld will be provided, along with an exploration of the influences of various welding parameters on post-weld deformation and mechanical properties.https://www.mdpi.com/2075-4701/15/3/326laser–arc hybrid weldinglaser heat sourcearc heat sourcesynergistic effectweld defectsweld morphology
spellingShingle Yang He
Xinyu Song
Zhidong Yang
Ruihai Duan
Jiangmin Xu
Wenqin Wang
Liangyu Chen
Mingxiao Shi
Shujin Chen
Research and Development Progress of Laser–Arc Hybrid Welding: A Review
Metals
laser–arc hybrid welding
laser heat source
arc heat source
synergistic effect
weld defects
weld morphology
title Research and Development Progress of Laser–Arc Hybrid Welding: A Review
title_full Research and Development Progress of Laser–Arc Hybrid Welding: A Review
title_fullStr Research and Development Progress of Laser–Arc Hybrid Welding: A Review
title_full_unstemmed Research and Development Progress of Laser–Arc Hybrid Welding: A Review
title_short Research and Development Progress of Laser–Arc Hybrid Welding: A Review
title_sort research and development progress of laser arc hybrid welding a review
topic laser–arc hybrid welding
laser heat source
arc heat source
synergistic effect
weld defects
weld morphology
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