Discretization and material parameter characterization for a HAZ in direct-quenched armor steel

Studies conducted in recent years have shown that the ultimate load-bearing and deformation capacity of weldments manufactured from ultra-high-strength steel is often impacted by the heat-affected zone. Thus, to assess the strength properties of these welds, in addition to the base material properties and weld metal, the heat-affected zone's mechanical properties must be analyzed. In this study, a discretization and material parameter...