TECHNOLOGICAL FEATURES OF HIGH-SPEED LASER-PLASMA WELDING OF THIN SHEET PRODUCTS
Technological features and capabilities of hybrid laser-plasma method of thin sheet aluminium alloys and stainless steels without the use of filler material have been studied. Also, its comparison with the plasma and laser welding was been carried out. Operating modes, the use of which allows obtaining high-quality formation of butt joints, was been determined experimentally. The mechanical characteristics of joints made hybrid method are investigated. The prospect of practical application of laser-plasma welding of thin sheet of aluminium alloys and stainless steels is shown.