Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW): Overview and Sustainability Assessment in Research
Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) is a versatile arc-welding process. It mainly welds ferrous metals, like low-carbon and mild steel, and nonferrous metals, including stainless steel. SMAW is economical, portable, and robust for industrial applications. It enhances mechanical properties and has extensive research support, with thousands of publications and citations. However, sustainability assessment in research … Read more