Metallurgical properties and effects of welding described. Report describes investigation of welding of 2219-T87 aluminum alloy by variable-polarity plasma-arc (VPPA) process. Research was to determine highest strength attainable with this alloy and process and to estimate changes in weld properties caused by variations of process controls. Alloy 2219 strong and heat treatable and retains structural integrity up to 600 degrees F (316 degress C). Is principal structural alloy of Space Shuttle external tank. VPPA process offers many advantages and replaces tungsten/inert-gas process used. In over 24,000 in. (610 m) of welds on tank, there has been no internal defect requiring manual repair.
Properties of VPPA-Welded 2219-T87 Aluminum
NASA Tech Briefs ; 10 , 4
1986-07-01
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