Alloy, tool geometry, and process parameter effects on friction stir weld energies and resultant FSW joint properties

A. P. Reynolds, Wei Tang

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Abstract

An attempt has been made to systematically examine controlled friction stir weld process parameters (e.g. rpm and welding speed), tool geometry, and alloy effects on weld properties and dependent weld process variables (e.g. required forces and weld energy). Welds have been made in several aluminum alloys using FSW parameters chosen to provide different levels of specific weld energy and the required forces and torques recorded. Tool geometry effects on weld strength and resultant process parameters have been quantified for the aluminum-lithium alloy, 2195. Trends suggested by the data and directions for further exploration will be discussed.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationFriction Stir Welding and Processing
EditorsK.V. Jata, M.W. Mahoney, R.S. Mishra, S.L. Semiatin, D.P. Field
Pages15-23
Number of pages9
StatePublished - 2001
Externally publishedYes
EventProceedings of Symposium on Friction Stir Welding and Processing - Indianapolis, IN, United States
Duration: Nov 4 2001Nov 8 2001

Publication series

NameFriction Stir Welding and Processing

Conference

ConferenceProceedings of Symposium on Friction Stir Welding and Processing
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityIndianapolis, IN
Period11/4/0111/8/01

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