A comparison of welding techniques was performed to determine the most effective method for producing aluminum tailor-welded blanks for high volume automotive applications. Aluminum sheet was joined with an emphasis on post weld formability, surface quality and weld speed. Comparative results from several laser based welding techniques along with friction stir welding are presented. The results of this study demonstrate a quantitative comparison of weld methodologies in preparing tailor-welded aluminum stampings for high volume production in the automotive industry. Evaluation of nearly a dozen welding variations ultimately led to down selecting a single process based on post-weld quality and performance.
Comparing Laser Welding Technologies with Friction Stir Welding for Production of Aluminum Tailor-Welded Blanks
Sae Int. J. Mater. Manf
Sae International Journal of Materials and Manufacturing
SAE 2014 World Congress & Exhibition ; 2014
Sae International Journal of Materials and Manufacturing ; 7 , 3 ; 537-544
2014-04-01
8 pages
Aufsatz (Konferenz)
Englisch
Welding , Aluminum , Production , Joining , Lasers
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