Rotary Friction Welding of Ti-64 Alloy: A Review

M. C. Zulu, P. M. Mashinini

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Abstract

Rotary Friction Welding (RFW) is a solid-state joining technique used to weld symmetrical and circular components. The joining process is obtained through the rotary motion of two workpieces, one which is stationary and the other rotating while undergoing an axial load. During the welding process, the mechanical energy (rotation) is transformed into heat energy through friction. This results in softening of the materials in the weld interface of both pieces, promoting material mixing through rotation and consolidation through forging. In this review paper, a critical analysis of the weld formation and different microstructures achievable in friction welding of high-temperature material, Ti-64, is provided. The main focus of the paper is the comparison of mechanical properties and microstructure of the weld joint, i.e. tensile strength, microhardness, residual stresses, and microstructure of the weld center.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2023 14th International Conference on Mechanical and Intelligent Manufacturing Technologies, ICMIMT 2023
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
Pages164-177
Number of pages14
ISBN (Electronic)9798350313093
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2023
Event14th International Conference on Mechanical and Intelligent Manufacturing Technologies, ICMIMT 2023 - Cape Town, South Africa
Duration: 26 May 202328 May 2023

Publication series

Name2023 14th International Conference on Mechanical and Intelligent Manufacturing Technologies, ICMIMT 2023

Conference

Conference14th International Conference on Mechanical and Intelligent Manufacturing Technologies, ICMIMT 2023
Country/TerritorySouth Africa
CityCape Town
Period26/05/2328/05/23

Keywords

  • microstructure
  • process parameters
  • rotary friction welding
  • Ti-64
  • weld joint

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Computer Science Applications
  • Computational Mechanics
  • Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Safety, Risk, Reliability and Quality
  • Materials Science (miscellaneous)

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