Friction stir welding system development for thin-gauge aerospace structures
- Christner B. ,
- Hansen M. ,
- Skinner M. ,
- et al
- Christner B. ,
- Hansen M. ,
- Skinner M. and
- Sylva G.
May 2003
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A description is presented on the friction stir welding (FSW) equipment developed for the joining of thin gauge complex-contour aluminium structures for the construction of the Eclipse 500 twin-engine jet aircraft. The design and capabilities of the seven-axis FSW system are described, including the basic manipulator design, the custom built welding head, system instrumentation and sensors and system software. The capabilities of the system for providing a real time monitoring and feedback control system are discussed.
4th International Symposium, 14-16 May 2003, Session 5A: Aerospace 2, Paper 03
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