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@article{186899,
        author = {Pugalvendhan G and Dr B Anandavel and Dr K Venkatesan},
        title = {A review on Magnetically Impelled Arc Butt (MIAB) Welding: Process Mechanism, Modelling and Application},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2025},
        volume = {12},
        number = {6},
        pages = {2909-2911},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=186899},
        abstract = {Magnetically Impelled Arc Butt (MIAB) welding is a solid-state or near-solid-state joining process that uses a rotating electric arc driven by an external magnetic field to heat and forge pipe and tube ends. The process has gained significant industrial attention for its potential to replace conventional resistance, friction, and flash-butt welding in automotive, power, and defence applications. This review consolidates research on MIAB welding mechanisms, parameter optimization, finite-element modelling, metallurgical behaviour, and control strategies. Experimental and numerical studies consistently report that welding current and arc voltage dominate arc rotation and heating uniformity, while magnetic coil current and voltage exert secondary influence. Mechanical characterization demonstrates that MIAB joints exhibit high strength and ductility comparable or superior to base materials in steels, cast irons, and dissimilar combinations. Emerging developments in automatic control, genetic programming, and hybrid dissimilar applications reveal the process’s scalability for high-pressure and corrosion-resistant structures. Remaining challenges include limited accessibility, complex magnetic field control, and lack of standardized qualification procedures. The review highlights the need for integrated modelling–control frameworks and process automation to enable MIAB welding’s widespread adoption in next-generation manufacturing systems.},
        keywords = {MIAB welding, magnetically impelled arc, solid-state welding, finite-element modelling, process parameters, dissimilar joining.},
        month = {November},
        }