The effect of arc welding-induced precipitation evolution on plastic deformation behavior in the 2195 Al-Cu-Li alloy heat-affected zone: Slip activation and slip transfer

Key Points

• Plastic deformation behavior changes due to precipitation evolution in the heat-affected zone.
• Significant effects were observed on slip activation and transfer under these conditions.
• Analysis indicates that arc welding influences the structural properties of the 2195 alloy significantly.
• These findings highlight the need for careful processing to optimize performance in welding applications.