Advancements In Friction Stir Welding Techniques

Friction Stir Welding (FSW) is a solidstate welding method that can be utilized on both comparable and dissimilar materials. The technology is frequently utilized because it generates quality welds and avoids common issues like solidification and liquefaction cracks that are connected with fusion welding processes. The FSW of Aluminum 5086 and its alloys has been commercialized and there is renewed interest in connecting dissimilar materials. However before the process can be commercialized research studies must be conducted to describe and set process windows.