It depends on what metal you are welding and how thick it is, but in general, no. Any process that will raise enough heat for adequate weld penetration is for the most part equal.
It depends on the specification.
No you can't get Parkinsons from welding. you either have it or you don't so welding doesn't cause it.
Many factors affect welding depth and penetration, including voltage, material being welded, current, distance from electron gun, vacuum, cleanliness, filament current, and focus.
Underwater welding uses a special flux around the welding rod which produces gasses which form a bubble around the end of the rod ,excluding the water. It is difficult and never as strong, lacking penetration. It is only used when absolutly necessary.
Verticle down welding will always have lower penetration and less heat applied to the weld joint. As sheet metal is thinner and can not take excessive heat, verticle down reduces burn-through.
burns and cancer for the most part
poor tissue penetration
1 Increase travel speed 2 lower amperage setting.
MY question is (WHAT IS DOWNHILL WELDING) The correct term is Down Hand Welding. Most welds in the vertical position are made from bottom to top. Down Hand means welding from the top to bottom. These welds are usually made on thin metal as the heat input is lower, thereby reducing penetration/burn thru.
Vertical up welding is preferred in most instances as better penetration is achieved and the slag does not run down into the arc. Down hand welding is mostly used on thin material so as not to burn thru the metal. Travel speed is usually increased also.
Welding anywhere on your car is not recommended unless you disconnect the battery. Especially TIG welding.