A review on friction stir butt welding of aluminum with magnesium: A new insight on joining mechanisms by interfacial enhancement
The growing demand for lightweight materials in the automotive and aerospace industries has driven research on joining dissimilar lightweight alloys, particularly Al and Mg alloys (Al/Mg). Friction stir welding (FSW) is a promising technique for joining Al/Mg alloys, as it works below the base metal...
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| author | Usman Abdul Khaliq Mohd Ridha Muhamad Farazila Yusof Suriani Ibrahim Mohammad Syahid Mohd Isa Zhan Chen Gürel Çam |
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| description | The growing demand for lightweight materials in the automotive and aerospace industries has driven research on joining dissimilar lightweight alloys, particularly Al and Mg alloys (Al/Mg). Friction stir welding (FSW) is a promising technique for joining Al/Mg alloys, as it works below the base metal's melting temperature, leading to refined microstructures, reduced porosity, and enhanced productivity. The strength of Al/Mg friction stir weldment depends on the evolved interface, which is primarily characterized by micromechanical interlocks, type, and intermetallic compounds (IMCs) distribution. Different interfaces for butt joints have been discussed in the literature. However, the mechanism of interfacial interaction together with the ways to enhance the interface have not been reviewed yet. This review article fills the gap by analyzing the retrospective data for process parameters and mechanical properties. Joining mechanisms and the evolution of different interfaces at the microstructural level have been discussed. Lastly, ways to enhance the interface for improved mechanical properties are explained. By offering essential insights into FSW techniques and Al/Mg weld interfaces, this review article paves the way for developing FSW procedures for Al/Mg butt welds aiming for enhanced strength and performance. This review article is expected to be of interest to researchers and engineers working in the field of FSW, particularly for Al/Mg lightweight applications. It provides an overview of the current state of knowledge and identifies key areas for future research. |
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| spelling | doaj.art-3b396646d8704b8897442efa2e61c8a42024-02-21T05:26:34ZengElsevierJournal of Materials Research and Technology2238-78542023-11-012745954624A review on friction stir butt welding of aluminum with magnesium: A new insight on joining mechanisms by interfacial enhancementUsman Abdul Khaliq0Mohd Ridha Muhamad1Farazila Yusof2Suriani Ibrahim3Mohammad Syahid Mohd Isa4Zhan Chen5Gürel Çam6Department of Mechanical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, University of Malaya, 50603, Kuala Lumpur, MalaysiaDepartment of Mechanical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, University of Malaya, 50603, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia; Centre of Advanced Manufacturing and Material Processing (AMMP Centre), University of Malaya, 50603, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia; Corresponding author. Department of Mechanical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, University of Malaya, 50603, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.Department of Mechanical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, University of Malaya, 50603, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia; Centre of Advanced Manufacturing and Material Processing (AMMP Centre), University of Malaya, 50603, Kuala Lumpur, MalaysiaDepartment of Mechanical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, University of Malaya, 50603, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia; Centre of Advanced Manufacturing and Material Processing (AMMP Centre), University of Malaya, 50603, Kuala Lumpur, MalaysiaDepartment of Mechanical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, University of Malaya, 50603, Kuala Lumpur, MalaysiaDepartment of Mechanical Engineering, School of Engineering, Computer & Mathematical Sciences, Auckland University of Technology, Auckland, 1010, New ZealandDepartment of Mechanical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering and Natural Sciences, Iskenderun Technical University, 31200, Iskenderun-Hatay, TurkeyThe growing demand for lightweight materials in the automotive and aerospace industries has driven research on joining dissimilar lightweight alloys, particularly Al and Mg alloys (Al/Mg). Friction stir welding (FSW) is a promising technique for joining Al/Mg alloys, as it works below the base metal's melting temperature, leading to refined microstructures, reduced porosity, and enhanced productivity. The strength of Al/Mg friction stir weldment depends on the evolved interface, which is primarily characterized by micromechanical interlocks, type, and intermetallic compounds (IMCs) distribution. Different interfaces for butt joints have been discussed in the literature. However, the mechanism of interfacial interaction together with the ways to enhance the interface have not been reviewed yet. This review article fills the gap by analyzing the retrospective data for process parameters and mechanical properties. Joining mechanisms and the evolution of different interfaces at the microstructural level have been discussed. Lastly, ways to enhance the interface for improved mechanical properties are explained. By offering essential insights into FSW techniques and Al/Mg weld interfaces, this review article paves the way for developing FSW procedures for Al/Mg butt welds aiming for enhanced strength and performance. This review article is expected to be of interest to researchers and engineers working in the field of FSW, particularly for Al/Mg lightweight applications. It provides an overview of the current state of knowledge and identifies key areas for future research.http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S223878542302608XFriction stir weldingDissimilar metalMechanical interlockingIntermetallic compoundsJoining mechanismsInterface |
| spellingShingle | Usman Abdul Khaliq Mohd Ridha Muhamad Farazila Yusof Suriani Ibrahim Mohammad Syahid Mohd Isa Zhan Chen Gürel Çam A review on friction stir butt welding of aluminum with magnesium: A new insight on joining mechanisms by interfacial enhancement Journal of Materials Research and Technology Friction stir welding Dissimilar metal Mechanical interlocking Intermetallic compounds Joining mechanisms Interface |
| title | A review on friction stir butt welding of aluminum with magnesium: A new insight on joining mechanisms by interfacial enhancement |
| title_full | A review on friction stir butt welding of aluminum with magnesium: A new insight on joining mechanisms by interfacial enhancement |
| title_fullStr | A review on friction stir butt welding of aluminum with magnesium: A new insight on joining mechanisms by interfacial enhancement |
| title_full_unstemmed | A review on friction stir butt welding of aluminum with magnesium: A new insight on joining mechanisms by interfacial enhancement |
| title_short | A review on friction stir butt welding of aluminum with magnesium: A new insight on joining mechanisms by interfacial enhancement |
| title_sort | review on friction stir butt welding of aluminum with magnesium a new insight on joining mechanisms by interfacial enhancement |
| topic | Friction stir welding Dissimilar metal Mechanical interlocking Intermetallic compounds Joining mechanisms Interface |
| url | http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S223878542302608X |
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