Optimization of Tensile Performance of Friction Stir Welded Aluminum Joints

Mohd Bilal Naim Shaikh; Sufian Raja

doi:10.1201/9781003513926-16

Optimization of Tensile Performance of Friction Stir Welded Aluminum Joints

Mohd Bilal Naim Shaikh
, Sufian Raja

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Abstract

This study has optimized friction stir welding (FSW) parameters for pure aluminium using a vertical milling machine and an in-house-developed robust fixture. For this purpose, the Taguchi parametric design and optimization approach has been employed to analyze the effect of various parameters, tool rotation speed, welding speed, and tool geometry on the tensile strength of the weld joint. Analysis of variance (ANOVA) and signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) analyses have been utilized to assess the impact of these parameters and identify the optimal conditions. The validity of the predicted optimal conditions was confirmed through a confirmation experiment. Hardness measurements and scanning electron microscopy (SEM) have also been performed. Furthermore, a comparative analysis was conducted between the specimens with the highest and weakest strength and the base aluminium plate specimen.

Original language	English
Title of host publication	Advances in Solid-State Welding and Processing of Metallic Materials
Publisher	CRC Press
Pages	181-194
Number of pages	14
ISBN (Electronic)	9781040317938
ISBN (Print)	9781032844169
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1201/9781003513926-16
State	Published - 1 Jan 2025
Externally published	Yes

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© 2025 selection and editorial matter, R. Vaira Vignesh, M. Govindaraju and R. Padmanaban; individual chapters, the contributors.

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