journal article·2025-07

Effects of Heat Treatment Pulse on Microstructure and Mechanical Properties of 7075 Aluminum Alloy Resistance Spot Welding Joints

Guowei Li, Xinyu Liu, Yahong Liang, Yinshuang Wang, Dawei Yang, Jie Li

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