Effect of Alloying Elements on Intermetallic Formation during Friction Stir Welding of Dissimilar Metals: A Critical Review on Aluminum/Steel

The main drawback of friction stir welding (FSW) dissimilar metals is the formation of intermetallic compounds (IMCs), which are brittle and affect the strength of the joint. The formation of these compounds is inevitable due to their low enthalpy of formation; however, their emergence is an indicat...

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Main Authors: Reza Beygi, Ivan Galvão, Alireza Akhavan-Safar, Hesam Pouraliakbar, Vahid Fallah, Lucas F. M. da Silva
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2023-04-01
Series:Metals
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2075-4701/13/4/768