Microstructural development at weld interface between Zr-based glassy alloy and stainless steel by resistance microwelding

Abstract

Zr-based bulk metallic glasses are expected to be welded to conventional structural alloys. Dissimilar welding of metallic glasses to stainless steel was carried out by resistance microwelding. The metallurgical analysis of the weld interface revealed the welding mechanism. A thin reaction layer was formed between the two liquid materials. The melting of stainless steel should be limited to obtain sound joints. © Published under licence by IOP Publishing Ltd.