Friction stir welding (FSW), a highly efficient solid-state joining technique, has been termed
as “green” technology due to its energy efficiency and environment friendliness. It is an …

This paper intends to provide a perspective on the current development of the friction stir
welding (FSW) technology. The industrialisation of the technology and related research …

In this present study, two dissimilar aluminum alloys of AA5052-H32 and AA6061-T6 were
joined in butt joint configuration to examine the influence of process parameter on tensile …

Laser shock peening (LSP) is a modern and efficient thermo-mechanical approach to
engineer and modify the surface and subsurface related properties of materials which has …

The solid-state welding method known as friction stir welding (FSW) bonds two metallic work
parts, whether the same or different, by plastically deforming the base metal. The frictional …

The deposition of new alloy to replace a worn or damaged surface layer is a common
strategy for repairing or remanufacturing structural components. For high-performance …

The application fields of friction stir welding technology, such as aerospace and
transportation, has high safety requirements and fatigue is the dominant failure mode for …

The deposition of new alloy to replace a worn or damaged surface layer is a common
strategy for repairing or remanufacturing structural components. Solid-state methods, such …

Dissimilar friction stir welding of AA5052-AA6061 was conducted to assess the effect of
material positioning on the welds produced using tools with predetermined eccentricity …

This paper describes fatigue tests performed on 6061-T651 and 5083-H321 aluminum
friction stir welded joints with dimensions and loading conditions typical for structural …