The development of conventional welding processes in naval construction

In recent years, analysis of the development of joining processes has resulted in the identification of two trends: the refinement and specialization of traditional processes on the one hand, and the development of novel technologies on the other hand. This dual line of trends has sometimes led to points of contact, with the development of the so-called hybrid technologies, involving the use of joining processes based on different physical principles for the creation of a single joint. The scope of this article is to provide a framework view of the state of development of conventional joining technologies with regard to shipbuilding applications.