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12th International Symposium 2018
In relation to the production of local metal matrix composites (MMCs) by friction stir processing (FSP), an investigation was undertaken into the influence of tool geometry and process parameters on the shape of the nugget zone and the assessment of…
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4th International Symposium 2003
A discussion is presented on research studies carried out to develop friction stir welding (FSW) as a method for the production of thick (50.8-76.2 mm; 2-3 in) aluminium alloy 7050 tailored blanks suitable for use in the aerospace industry. Single r…
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7th International Symposium 2008
Metallographic observations, hardness distribution measurements and fatigue tests were undertaken to investigate the discontinuity state related to the crack nucleation site in butt joints fabricated in 2024-T3 aluminium alloys (Al, 3.8-4.9%Cu, 1.2-…
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11th International Symposium 2016
With regard to the occurrence of coarse alpha-Al dendrites, eutectic phase, shrinkage porosity and other defects in cast aluminium alloys, an investigation was undertaken into the influence of different combinations of friction stir processing (FSP)…
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6th International Symposium 2006
2024-T3 aluminium alloy (Al, 4.4%Cu, 1.5%Mg) thin sheets (thickness 1 mm) were joined by friction stir welding (FSW), and the effect of process parameters (tool rotation speed and traverse rate) on the microstructure and mechanical properties of the…
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8th International Symposium 2010
The corrosion behaviors of friction stir welded (FSW) joint of 7075 aluminum alloy with and without shot peening treatment (SPT) were investigated by method of acid salt spray. The macroscopical and microscopical corrosion features were observed by …
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