Abstract
Studies pertaining to joining of Al alloy metal matrix composites reinforced with B4C and SiC by solid state friction stir welding (FSW) are presented in this paper. FSW tool dimensions are designed and fabricated to suit the weld sample dimensions and subsequently, the implications of the tool pin profile on the weldability is investigated. Through experimental recordings, the heat generated during the friction stir joining process of composites is estimated by developing relative equations. Maintaining the tool traverse speed constant, the rate of rotation and its effects on the tensile strength at the joints are investigated which reveals reduced ductility. The study emphasizes that when the speed is maintained between 100–400 mm/min, the tensile strength is at its optimal maximum while speeds higher or lower than the optimal range indicate detrimental effects on the tensile strength. This is followed by fracture studies on samples welding with varying traverse speed and rate of welding. Traverse speed appears to govern the fracture modes while brittle fracture is predominantly noticed indicating the importance of feeding optimal heat input during joining.
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