Optimization of process parameters in Friction Stir Welding of dissimilar aluminum alloys (AA6061–T6 and AA5052–H32)

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Solid-state welding processes solve several problems that occur during fusion welding of Al-alloys like HAZ liquation cracking, porosity, and segregation. Aluminum Alloys of two different series AA 5052 and AA6061 thickness of 6mm are FS welded using process parameters like tool rotational speed (900,1100,1400) rpm, transverse speed (40,50,60) mm/min, and pin profiles (cylindrical, conical, and square). This article aims to optimize the mechanical and metallurgical properties of the above dissimilar combination to evaluate the performance and characteristics of the welded joints. The combined Taguchi and Grey relation analysis experimental method was chosen to construct the number of welding experiments. The plates are successfully welded, and the welded plates are tested at room temperature to examine their tensile strength and hardness. The findings indicate that the square pin profile, the rotational speed of 1400 rpm, and the transverse speed of 40 mm/min are the optimum parameters for joining these dissimilar joints. Friction Stir Welding Parameter Optimization Microstructure Grey relation analysis Pin profile AA6061–T6 and AA5052–H32 Full Text Cite Share Download PDF Status: Published Journal Publication published 07 Nov, 2023 Read the published version in The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology → Version 1 posted Reviewers agreed at journal 04 Apr, 2023 Editor assigned by journal 04 Apr, 2023 First submitted to journal 04 Apr, 2023 You are reading this latest preprint version Research Square lets you share your work early, gain feedback from the community, and start making changes to your manuscript prior to peer review in a journal. As a division of Research Square Company, we’re committed to making research communication faster, fairer, and more useful. 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