Thermite welding and flash-butt welding are distinguished by their heat source, equipment requirements, and application suitability. Thermite welding uses a chemical reaction to generate intense heat to melt and fuse the rail ends together, while flash-butt welding uses electrical resistance to generate heat and pressure to forge the rail ends together. Thermite welding is a portable process that uses a mixture of iron oxide and aluminum, which re....
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