Study on heating process and weld growth mechanism in continuous ultrasonic welding of carbon fiber reinforced thermoplastic composite
摘要
Continuous ultrasonic welding presents an efficient and energy-saving approach for joining large thermoplastic composite structures. This study examines the heating behavior and weld growth mechanism of carbon fiber-reinforced nylon 66 (CF/PA66) composites through finite element simulations and experimental validation. The analysis reveals that the upper adherend generates approximately 20% more viscoelastic dissipation energy than the lower one, resulting in a 4–7% higher peak temperature at the top interface. The heating process is divided into three distinct stages: initial frictional heating, friction-assisted viscoelastic heating, and steady-state viscoelastic heating. These findings establish a theoretical foundation for enhancing the quality and performance of joints in continuous ultrasonic welding.