Components made by joining different materials are required in various engineering
applications. Fabrication of such components is a challenging task due to the vast difference …

In this paper, the influence of process parameters (tool rotational speed, pin design, and
configuration of joined alloys) on the macrostructure and mechanical properties of friction stir …

Ultrasonic guided waves (GWs), eg Lamb waves, have been proven effective in the
detection of defects such as corrosion, cracking, delamination, and debonding in both …

The use of titanium and its alloys is increasing day by day, especially in aerospace,
automobile, and defense fields. Friction stir welding is a prominent solid-state joining …

This study focuses on the effect of shoulder to pin diameter ratio on friction stir welding of
magnesium alloy AZ31. Two pieces of AZ31 alloy with thickness of 2 mm were friction stir …

Abstract Friction Stir Welding (FSW) is carried out on armour grade AA5083 aluminium alloy
having the dimensions of 100X75X6. 35 mm. The FSW process and tool parameters play a …

The Friction stir welding (FSW) is a complex process, depending on many factors: machine,
clamping device, material and tools. Parameters that have a direct impact on the quality of …

Industrial applications involving dissimilar alloys (AA4018-AA8011) joined by friction stir
welding have improved the mechanical strength of the welded joint. This work investigated …

The FSW process has proven to be a promising process for joining steels and improving
their characteristics. However, the use of wrongs technological parameters leads to the …

In order to ensure a quality welded joint, and thus safe operation and high reliability of the
welded part or structure achieved by friction stir welding, it is necessary to select the optimal …