Explicit finite element analysis of the plunge stage of tool in friction stir welding

Wen Ya Li, Min Yu, Jinglong Li, Dalu Gao

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Abstract

The investigation of the plunge stage of the tool during friction stir welding (FSW) is the basis of understanding the nature of FSW, which is especially important for friction stir spot welding. In this study, the plunge stage of FSW tool was numerically examined by dynamic explicit finite element method with more attention to the temperature evolution. It was found that the high temperature region around the stirred zone extended with increasing the rotation speed. The heat affected zone expanded with the increase of inserting time, but the highest temperature around the stirred zone changed little. The range of the stirred zone changed little with the variations of the rotation speed and inserting time. The simulation result on the temperature field was in comparable agreement with the experimental one.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication10th International Symposium on Eco-Materials Processing and Design, ISEPD 2009
PublisherTrans Tech Publications Ltd
Pages233-236
Number of pages4
ISBN (Print)0878493271, 9780878493272
DOIs
StatePublished - 2009
Event10th International Symposium on Eco-Materials Processing and Design, ISEPD 2009 - Xian, China
Duration: 13 Jan 200915 Jan 2009

Publication series

NameMaterials Science Forum
Volume620 622
ISSN (Print)0255-5476
ISSN (Electronic)1662-9752

Conference

Conference10th International Symposium on Eco-Materials Processing and Design, ISEPD 2009
Country/TerritoryChina
CityXian
Period13/01/0915/01/09

Keywords

  • ABAQUS software
  • Aluminum alloy
  • Explicit finite element analysis
  • Friction stir welding
  • Temperature field

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