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Welding, as it is commonly understood today, was primarily developed and implemented in which century?
Welding, as it is commonly understood today, was primarily developed and implemented in which century?
- Bronze Age
- 20th century
- 19th century (correct)
- 18th century
In the early stages of commercial aircraft manufacturing, what metal was frequently selected due to its strength-to-weight ratio?
In the early stages of commercial aircraft manufacturing, what metal was frequently selected due to its strength-to-weight ratio?
- Steel (correct)
- Aluminum
- Magnesium
- Titanium
Within the various welding techniques, which one is most often called 'stick' welding due to the nature of its consumable electrode?
Within the various welding techniques, which one is most often called 'stick' welding due to the nature of its consumable electrode?
- Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW)
- Gas Welding
- Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW)
- Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) (correct)
What is the specific fuel that is typically consumed in oxy-fuel welding and cutting operations to achieve the high temperatures needed?
What is the specific fuel that is typically consumed in oxy-fuel welding and cutting operations to achieve the high temperatures needed?
Which type of gas is essential in MIG, TIG, and plasma welding setups to protect the electrode and weld area from atmospheric contamination?
Which type of gas is essential in MIG, TIG, and plasma welding setups to protect the electrode and weld area from atmospheric contamination?
What critical role does a welding pressure regulator serve when connected to a gas cylinder?
What critical role does a welding pressure regulator serve when connected to a gas cylinder?
When constructing fuel tanks and other components needing a continuous, leak-proof join, which electric arc welding method is the most appropriate?
When constructing fuel tanks and other components needing a continuous, leak-proof join, which electric arc welding method is the most appropriate?
What is the key function of flux in welding processes?
What is the key function of flux in welding processes?
In Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW), what material is typically used for the non-consumable electrode?
In Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW), what material is typically used for the non-consumable electrode?
Which of the following gases is commonly used in plasma arc cutting (PAC) to transfer the arc energy to the workpiece?
Which of the following gases is commonly used in plasma arc cutting (PAC) to transfer the arc energy to the workpiece?
In welding applications, preheating the base metal is primarily done to:
In welding applications, preheating the base metal is primarily done to:
What is a common purpose for using pulsed current in Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW)?
What is a common purpose for using pulsed current in Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW)?
Which welding process is best suited for welding non-ferrous metals like aluminum and magnesium?
Which welding process is best suited for welding non-ferrous metals like aluminum and magnesium?
What is the primary advantage of using a welding positioner in a fabrication shop?
What is the primary advantage of using a welding positioner in a fabrication shop?
What is the main purpose of performing a bend test on a weld?
What is the main purpose of performing a bend test on a weld?
Which of the following is a common cause of undercut in welding?
Which of the following is a common cause of undercut in welding?
In electrical safety for welding, what is the primary purpose of a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI)?
In electrical safety for welding, what is the primary purpose of a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI)?
What type of personal protective equipment (PPE) is specifically designed to protect welders from arc radiation and flying sparks?
What type of personal protective equipment (PPE) is specifically designed to protect welders from arc radiation and flying sparks?
What is the function of a 'chill plate' used during the welding of thin materials?
What is the function of a 'chill plate' used during the welding of thin materials?
Which non-destructive testing (NDT) method uses high-frequency sound waves to detect internal flaws in a weld?
Which non-destructive testing (NDT) method uses high-frequency sound waves to detect internal flaws in a weld?
Flashcards
When was modern welding invented?
When was modern welding invented?
Welding as we know it today was invented in the 19th century.
Metal used in early aircraft
Metal used in early aircraft
Aluminum was commonly used in the first commercially manufactured aircraft due to its lightweight properties.
Primary fuel for oxy-fuel welding
Primary fuel for oxy-fuel welding
Acetylene is the primary fuel used in oxy-fuel welding and cutting processes.
What is 'stick' welding?
What is 'stick' welding?
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Shield gas in MIG, TIG, Plasma
Shield gas in MIG, TIG, Plasma
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Welding pressure regulator's function
Welding pressure regulator's function
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Welding for continuous seams
Welding for continuous seams
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Study Notes
- Welding as we know it today was first invented in the 19th century.
- Aluminum was a metal commonly used in the first commercially manufactured aircraft.
- Acetylene is the primary fuel used for oxy-fuel welding and cutting.
- Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) is commonly referred to as "stick" welding.
- Argon is used as a shield for the electrode in MIG, TIG, and plasma welding equipment.
- The function of a welding pressure regulator is to decrease cylinder pressure to the desired working pressure.
- Seam Welding is used for manufacturing fuel tanks and components requiring a continuous weld.
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