Investigation of Lazy S feature in self-reacting tool friction stir welds
Document Type
Conference Proceeding
Publication Date
2-28-2011
Department
Department of Materials Science and Engineering
Abstract
The current research is an examination of the "Lazy S" feature found in self-reacting tool (SRT) friction stir welds. The research objectives are to characterize the feature using scanning electron and optical microscopy and determine its effect on the mechanical properties of the welded material. Welds were conducted in 2024-T4 aluminum. Welding parameters were varied in an attempt to influence the size and location of the feature. Tensile tests were performed on each weld and were correlated with the total length of the feature. Preliminary results indicate that there is a correlation between decreasing feature length and decreasing tensile strength.
Publication Title
TMS Annual Meeting
Recommended Citation
Warsinski, K.,
West, M.,
Freeman, J.,
&
Curtis, T.
(2011).
Investigation of Lazy S feature in self-reacting tool friction stir welds.
TMS Annual Meeting, 171-176.
http://doi.org/10.1002/9781118062302.ch21
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