Abstract
The influence of the microstructure on the properties of resistance spot welds was studied. An integrated model approach was proposed for relating resistance welding parameters to weldment properties. The results showed that the existing process models and the microstructure models helped in determining the spatial distribution of the microstructures and properties in resistance spot welds of a plain carbon steel. It was also found with the help of finite element analysis that the existence of microstructure gradients in the welds is expected to reduce their ability to support shear load by 50%.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages | 605-609 |
| Number of pages | 5 |
| State | Published - 1998 |
| Event | Trends in Welding Research: Proceedings of the 5th International Conference - Pine Mountain, GA, United States Duration: Jun 1 1998 → Jun 5 1998 |
Conference
| Conference | Trends in Welding Research: Proceedings of the 5th International Conference |
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| Country/Territory | United States |
| City | Pine Mountain, GA |
| Period | 06/1/98 → 06/5/98 |