Methodology for the Path Definition in Multi-Layer Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW)
The reconstruction of the geometry of weld-deposited materials plays an important role in the control of the torch path in GMAW. This technique, which is classified as a direct energy deposition technology, is experiencing a new emergence due to its use in welding and additive manufacturing. Usually...
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description | The reconstruction of the geometry of weld-deposited materials plays an important role in the control of the torch path in GMAW. This technique, which is classified as a direct energy deposition technology, is experiencing a new emergence due to its use in welding and additive manufacturing. Usually, the torch path is determined by computerised fabrication tools, but these software tools do not consider the geometrical changes along the case during the process. The aim of this work is to adaptively define the trajectories between layers by analysing the geometry and symmetry of previously deposited layers. The novelty of this work is the integration of a profiling laser coupled to the production system, which scans the deposited layers. Once the layer is scanned, the geometry of the deposited bead can be reconstructed and the symmetry in the geometry and a continuous trajectory can be determined. A wall was fabricated under demanding deposition conditions, and a surface quality of around 100 microns and mechanical properties in line with those previously reported in the literature are observed. |
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spelling | doaj.art-f7eba548ff184cd3abf10d228cc886952023-11-16T23:31:04ZengMDPI AGSymmetry2073-89942023-01-0115226810.3390/sym15020268Methodology for the Path Definition in Multi-Layer Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW)David Curiel0Fernando Veiga1Alfredo Suarez2Pedro Villanueva3Department of Engineering, Public University of Navarre, Los Pinos Building, Campus Arrosadía, 31006 Pamplona, SpainDepartment of Engineering, Public University of Navarre, Los Pinos Building, Campus Arrosadía, 31006 Pamplona, SpainTECNALIA, Basque Research and Technology Alliance (BRTA), Parque Científico, Parque Científico y Tecnológico de Gipuzkoa, E20009 Donostia-San Sebastian, SpainDepartment of Engineering, Public University of Navarre, Los Pinos Building, Campus Arrosadía, 31006 Pamplona, SpainThe reconstruction of the geometry of weld-deposited materials plays an important role in the control of the torch path in GMAW. This technique, which is classified as a direct energy deposition technology, is experiencing a new emergence due to its use in welding and additive manufacturing. Usually, the torch path is determined by computerised fabrication tools, but these software tools do not consider the geometrical changes along the case during the process. The aim of this work is to adaptively define the trajectories between layers by analysing the geometry and symmetry of previously deposited layers. The novelty of this work is the integration of a profiling laser coupled to the production system, which scans the deposited layers. Once the layer is scanned, the geometry of the deposited bead can be reconstructed and the symmetry in the geometry and a continuous trajectory can be determined. A wall was fabricated under demanding deposition conditions, and a surface quality of around 100 microns and mechanical properties in line with those previously reported in the literature are observed.https://www.mdpi.com/2073-8994/15/2/268weldingdirect energy depositionwire arc additive manufacturingprocess monitoring |
spellingShingle | David Curiel Fernando Veiga Alfredo Suarez Pedro Villanueva Methodology for the Path Definition in Multi-Layer Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) Symmetry welding direct energy deposition wire arc additive manufacturing process monitoring |
title | Methodology for the Path Definition in Multi-Layer Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) |
title_full | Methodology for the Path Definition in Multi-Layer Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) |
title_fullStr | Methodology for the Path Definition in Multi-Layer Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) |
title_full_unstemmed | Methodology for the Path Definition in Multi-Layer Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) |
title_short | Methodology for the Path Definition in Multi-Layer Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) |
title_sort | methodology for the path definition in multi layer gas metal arc welding gmaw |
topic | welding direct energy deposition wire arc additive manufacturing process monitoring |
url | https://www.mdpi.com/2073-8994/15/2/268 |
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