The Paton Welding Journal, 2008, №10

2008 №10 (03)

2008 №10 (05)

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The Paton Welding Journal, 2008, #10, 22-25 pages

Influence of friction stir welding process parameters on weld formation in welded joints of aluminium alloys 1.8-2.5 mm thick

A.G. Poklyatsky, A.Ya. Ishchenko, S.V. Podielnikov

E.O. Paton Electric Welding Institute of the NASU. 11 Kazymyr Malevych Str., 03150, Kyiv, Ukraine.

Abstract
Geometrical dimensions of working surfaces of tools, requirements to edge preparation of butt joints on aluminium alloys, and desired accuracy of their assembly and fixation, have been experimentally determined. The ranges of variation of process parameters, providing defect-free welded joints, have been established.
Keywords: friction stir welding, aluminium alloys, process parameters, weld formation, faultlessness

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Suggested Citation

A.G. Poklyatsky, A.Ya. Ishchenko, S.V. Podielnikov (2008) Influence of friction stir welding process parameters on weld formation in welded joints of aluminium alloys 1.8-2.5 mm thick. The Paton Welding J., 10, 22-25.

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