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Area of Science:

  • Materials Science
  • Metallurgical Engineering

Background:

  • Bimetallic steel combines corrosion resistance (cladding) with high strength (base layer).
  • Widely used in marine, petrochemical, and energy sectors requiring robust material performance.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review research progress and applications of bimetallic steel.
  • To analyze fabrication methods, material characteristics, and component performance.
  • To identify knowledge gaps and future trends for bimetallic steel.

Main Methods:

  • Analysis of mainstream fabrication techniques (explosive welding, roll bonding).
  • Discussion of material properties: welding, mechanical, and corrosion behavior.
  • Evaluation of component-level performance and failure mechanisms.

Main Results:

  • Fabrication methods impact interfacial bonding quality.
  • Bimetallic steel exhibits a balance of mechanical properties and corrosion resistance.
  • Understanding of failure mechanisms under various loads is crucial.

Conclusions:

  • Knowledge gaps exist in long-term service life, extreme environment adaptability, and intelligent manufacturing.
  • Further research is needed for safer, reliable, and cost-effective applications.
  • This review offers academic and engineering guidance for bimetallic steel development.