Abstract
This paper presents the output response
parameters (forces feedback, torque and heat input) during
friction stir welding of aluminium. The welding was performed
on an Intelligent Stir Welding for Industry and Research (ISTIR)
Process Development System (PDS) using different
rotational and transverse speeds while other input parameters
like tool geometry, tilt angle and workpieces configuration
were kept constant. The I-STIR FSW platform is capable of
recording the force feedback and torque during the welding
process and the heat input was calculated using a mathematical
relationship. The study reveals the influence of the rotational
and transverse speed on the pattern of the output feedback.
The reinforcement ceramic particles added to the weld seam
during welding also affected the output feedback.