Abstract
A laser-assisted friction stir welding process (LAFSW) in which welding heat is produced by friction between the tool and the workpiece is presented. The use of laser power preheating of the workpiece markedly lowered the need to apply large forces both on the welding tool and the workpiece. The use of simple and, therefore, inexpensive welding systems is made possible by the modification. In addition, lower rate and tool wear and higher welding speeds appear to be among the major benefits resulting from this innovation.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 46-48 |
| Number of pages | 3 |
| Journal | Welding Journal |
| Volume | 81 |
| Issue number | 2 |
| State | Published - 1 Feb 2002 |
| Externally published | Yes |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Mechanics of Materials
- Mechanical Engineering
- Metals and Alloys