Effects of heat source arrangements on arc behavior and keyhole stability in Laser-Arc hybrid welding of 12-mm-thick AH36 steel

Key Points

• Keyhole stability is crucial for optimizing the quality of welds in heavy-duty steel.
• Findings reveal that varying heat source arrangements significantly affects arc behavior.
• The analysis employed a detailed examination of laser-arc hybrid welding processes on 12-mm AH36 steel.
• These results highlight the need for careful consideration of heat source configurations during welding.