Optimization of Process Parameters of Friction Stir-Processed Dissimilar MIG-Welded Joints of AA6082 and AA7075 by Response Surface Methodology
摘要
In this work, the joint strength of MIG-welded AA6082-AA7075 joints with filler ER4043 was improved through friction stir processing, with variation in processing parameters. A mathematical model was developed to predict output responses based on input parameters using a face-centered central composite design. Analysis of variance (ANOVA) results showed that the tool rotational speed and welding speed were the most influential parameters on the response variables. The MIG-welded joints exhibited a coarse-grained structure and fusion zone defects, resulting in a minimum tensile strength of 152.68 MPa. For MIG + FSPed joints, a minimum tensile strength of 189.71 MPa was recorded at tool rotational speed of 1300 rpm, welding speed of 50 mm/min, and tool tilt angle of 3°, and a maximum tensile strength of 247.39 MPa was attained at tool rotational speed of 1050 rpm, welding speed of 70 mm/min, and tool tilt angle of 0°.