EXPLOSION-BONDED METALS FOR MARINE STRUCTURAL APPLICATIONS

The application of explosion-bonded aluminum-to-steel welding transition joints on marine vessels is discussed. Evaluation of this material's suitability for joining aluminum superstructures to steel decks is reviewed in detail. Galvanic corrosion is demonstrated to be negligible, thereby providing significant savings on maintenance costs when compared to mechanical connections. It is shown that mechanical properties, design adaptability, and installation costs meet marine-industry requirements.

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• Authors:
  • McKenney, C R
  • Banker, J G
• Publication Date: 1971-7

Media Info

• Features: Figures; References; Tables;
• Pagination: p. 285-292
• Serial:
  • Marine Technology Society Journal
  • Volume: 8
  • Issue Number: 3
  • Publisher: Marine Technology Society
  • ISSN: 0025-3324
  • Serial URL: http://ingentaconnect.com/content/mts/mtsj

Subject/Index Terms

• TRT Terms: Aluminum; Corrosion resistance; Joints; Superstructures; Welding; Welds
• Uncontrolled Terms: Welded joints
• Old TRIS Terms: Explosive welding
• Subject Areas: Marine Transportation; Materials;

Filing Info

• Accession Number: 00019189
• Record Type: Publication
• Source Agency: Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers
• Files: TRIS
• Created Date: Nov 8 1973 12:00AM