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Impact, Flexural, and Hardness Properties of AISI 1018 Mild Steel Butt Joint Welded using Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) under Various Welding Parameters
Abstract: AbstractThe effects of welding parameters such as welding current, voltage, and travel speed on the impact, flexural, and hardness properties of AISI 1018 mild steel using Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) were investigated. In this research, specimen sizes of 500 mm x 10 mm x 10 mm and 5.5 mm x 10 mm x 10 mm were fabricated according to ASTM standards. In addition, a v-groove had been prepared at …
Published in International Journal of Manufacturing and Materials Processing · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 6–13 Read article
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Experimental Study on Influence of Polarity on Weld Quality in Submerged Arc Welding
Abstract: ABSTRACT High productivity and better finishing of deposited metal can be acquired by submerged arc welding process. The attainment of desirable weld bead parameters and mechanical properties of a weld are important concern in a welding process. The higher quality and cost effective welds can only be achieved by deeply understanding the welding parameters and their influence on weld metal properties. The control over the weld metal properties in a …
Published in International Journal of Manufacturing and Materials Processing · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Tensile Strength of Welded Buttly Joints by Different Types of Welding
Abstract: In this study, an experimental method for the selection of optimal welding for joining metals there areseveral methods which they are used for joining metals, that it includes using welding brazing, MetalInert Gas (MIG) Welding and Gas Metal Arc Welding is an arc welding process, in which the weld isshielded by an external gas (Argon, helium, CO2, argon + Oxygen) or other gas mixtures is one of thewidely used techniques …
Published in International Journal of Mechanics and Design · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 30–34 Read article
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Multi-objective Optimization of Weld Bead Geometry of Micro-plasma Arc Welded Titanium (Ti–6Al–4V) Alloy Sheets Using TOPSIS
Abstract: Titanium alloys are used in the manufacturing of aero engine components for their attractive, combined properties such as lightness, good strength-to-density ratio, corrosion resistance. In the present paper, titanium (Ti–6Al–4V) alloy sheets are butt welded using micro-plasma arc welding. Peak current, base current, pulse rate, and pulse width are considered as weld input parameters and weld bead geometry parameters, namely front width, back width, front height, back height, are considered …
Published in International Journal of Manufacturing and Materials Processing · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 37–48 Read article
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Effect of Pulsed Current Micro Plasma Arc welding parameters on Mechanical properties AISI 304 and AISI 430 dissimilar weld joint
Abstract: In the present work, two dissimilar AISI 304 and AISI 430 sheets of 0.4mm thick welded using Micro Plasma Arc Welding. Welding input parameters like peak current, base current, pulse rate and pulse width are considered and output responses like fusion zone grain size, hardness and ultimate tensile strength of the welded joint are considered. 31 experiments are performed as per Central Composite Design (CCD) design matrix of Response Surface …
Published in International Journal of Manufacturing and Materials Processing · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 1–26 Read article
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Characterization of AL-2014 TIG Welded Joints
Abstract: Abstract – This experimental study presents a comprehensive investigation into the tensile strength of TIG-welded butt joints made from Al-2014 alloy, a material that find applications in aerospace and structural engineering due to its excellent machinability and high strength to weight ratio. Welding Al-2014 alloy is challenging because it is more prone to hot cracking, oxide layer formation and thermal distortion. Therefore, it is very important to optimize welding parameters …
Published in International Journal of Manufacturing and Materials Processing · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 25–31 Read article
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Experimental Investigations for Reduction of Defects In MIG Welding Process
Abstract: An experimental analysis has been tested to understand the roll of process parameter of MIG welding on under frame assembly components. Three important process parameter like a current, voltage and rate of gas flow MIG Welding process were used to reduce the welding defects in under frame assembly components. Taguchi method approach has been adopted to identify the process parameter level to have reduced welding defects in under frame assembly …
Published in International Journal of Mechanics and Design · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 35–45 Read article
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A Study on Effect of Polarity on Mechanical Properties in Saw Process
Abstract: Welding is one of the most common fabrication techniques which is extensively used to obtain desirable quality welds for intended application in various structural components. The invariable importance of welding processes has been very well realized since long times ago, therefore till nowadays there is hardly any sector of human life which has not been benefited from applications of welding. Apart of quality of flux and welding parameters, welding processes …
Published in International Journal of Manufacturing and Materials Processing · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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The New Era of Fusion and Solid-State Joining: A Review of Latest Welding Techniques and Applications
Abstract: Abstract This review examines the quickly changing field of solid-state joining and welding technologies, emphasizing new developments, practical uses, and future research avenues. Strategies that lower heat input, enhance joint integrity, and allow the connecting of sophisticated and dissimilar materials have gained importance within the last ten years. Solid-state techniques are particularly appealing for lightweight alloys used in the automotive and aerospace industries because they reduce melt-related defects and the …
Published in International Journal of Manufacturing and Materials Processing · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 35–40 Read article
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Weldability of Ferrous Metals
Abstract: The weldability of various steels and cast iron were reviewed. Weldability of steel/cast iron refers to the maximum hardness of the HAZ and cold cracking susceptibility of welds. Many researches on weldability of ferrous metals were discussed; research on weldability of high carbon steel and white cast iron are limited. Most researchers inclined to hardness and tensile test of weldment of ferrous metals; researches on creep, fatigue, damping capacity, impact …
Published in International Journal of Manufacturing and Materials Processing · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 14–21 Read article
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Optimization of Pulse Current TIG Welding Parameters for Enhanced Performance of CompositeAluminum Alloy Joints
Abstract: Abstract Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG) welding is highly regarded as the primary welding method, especially for challenging metals like aluminum. Pulsed current TIG welding has been specifically developed for welding aluminum alloys. Composite weld joints of aluminum alloys AA5052 and AA6063 find extensive use in diverse sectors, such as automotive and marine applications, where significant mechanical properties and corrosion resistance are required. It is crucial to carefully select the process …
Published in International Journal of Mechanics and Design · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2025 Read article
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A Review on Resistance Spot Welding of Dissimilar Metal
Abstract: An extensive analysis of resistance spot welding in dissimilar metals is presented in this review paper. Resistance spot welding (RSW) is a joining technique that is frequently used in various sectors and most importantly in automotive sectors because of its effectiveness and efficiency in creating strong welded joints. This paper provides basic understanding of the various aspects of work done on dissimilar metals. It also gives an understanding of the …
Published in International Journal of Metallurgy and Alloys · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 12–24 Read article
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Analysis of Tensile Strength Properties for FG260 Welded Cast Iron: A Review
Abstract: Gray cast iron is the most common cast iron and it can be effectively welded if cooling rates controlled during welding and after welding. Poor weldability of gray cast iron is due to the presence of much more carbon that is the found in flake or spherical form and silicon than other ferrous metal which results in cast iron is less ductile hence weld is subjected to more metallurgical complications …
Published in International Journal of Manufacturing and Materials Processing · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 23–28 Read article
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MODELLING OF SAW PARAMETERS AND ITS MECHANICAL PROPERTIES FOR JOINING STRUCTURAL STEELS
Abstract: Ethiopia nearly 85 per cent of people is morality depends on agriculture; the government of Ethiopia emphasis on Farm Mechanization for bringing the improvement in crop production using modern equipment and tools. However, the Modern equipment development needs improved machineries for fabrication. Moreover, the metal joining technology; like Submerged Arc Welding (SAW) available is very advance and made welding of thicker plats and welded structures. Therefore, while using this modern …
Published in International Journal of Polymer Science and Engineering · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 34–43 Read article
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Application of Response Surface Method in Studying the Properties of Micro-plasma Arc Welded AISI 904L Super Austenitic Steel
Abstract: Super austenitic steels play a major role in fabrication of corrosion resistance components which are subjected to severe corrosion. In the present work, super austenitic steel AISI 904L of 0.4 mm thickness is butt welded using Micro Plasma Arc Welding. Welding input parameters like peak current, base current, pulse rate and pulse width are considered and output responses like fusion zone grain size, hardness and ultimate tensile strength of the …
Published in International Journal of Manufacturing and Materials Processing · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 1–17 Read article
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Optimization of Process Parameters of GMAW for Penetration, Toughness and Tensile Strength by using Taguchi Method
Abstract: Aluminum and its alloys are having variety of applications in Aircraft, food processing etc. Moreover; the use of Aluminum and its alloys are increasing day by day due to its specific properties, like light weight, high strength, and excellent corrosion resistance. However; the present study is planned to analyze and optimize the aluminum weld joint characteristics like tensile strength, penetration and toughness by using Gas Metal arc welding (GMAW) welding. …
Published in International Journal of Mechanics and Design · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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Review of Optimization Process Parameters in Welding system
Abstract: This study was based on design of experiment (DOE) using Taguchi method with four welding parameters namely welding current, welding speed, root gap and electrode angle considered for experimentation. An orthogonal array of L9 experimental design was adopted and ultimate tensile strength was investigated for each experimental run. The tensile test was carried out on extracted welded and unwelded specimens using universal testing machine (UTM). Microstructures of the welded specimens …
Published in International Journal of Manufacturing and Materials Processing · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 48–54 Read article
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Fatigue Life Assessment of Welded Joints: A Review
Abstract: In the present review article, the research and progress in the estimation of fatigue life of welded joints are critically reviewed from different perspectives. The fatigue is the common mode of failure in welded joints. Fatigue strength is recognized as closely related to the accurate geometrical characteristics of the welded joint. The emphasis is done on the scientific techniques applied in the fatigue life estimation of butt and T-joints. Further, …
Published in International Journal of Manufacturing and Materials Processing · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 31–39 Read article
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Characterization of Tensile Properties of Dissimilar Welded Joints of 316 Stainless Steel and HSLA Steel
Abstract: In this research, dissimilar weld joints of 316 stainless steel/HSLA steel were produced using ER316L-16 and E7018 filler metals by varying welding parameters such as current and arc voltage. Heat input and travel speed was computed. The joints were subjected to tensile test and tensile values were determined, computed, recorded and analysed. The heat inputs were compared with the tensile test results. According to the results obtained and analysis carried …
Published in International Journal of Manufacturing and Materials Processing · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Fresh and Hardened Properties of High Performance Concrete with Weld Slag as Fine Aggregate
Abstract: This research centers on the incorporation of welding slag, the residue remaining after the welding process, as fine aggregates in the production of high-performance concrete with a compressive strength of 70 MPa. The chemical and physical characteristics of welding slag aggregates (WSA), such as chemical compositions, specific gravity, SEM images, XRD, and EDS analysis, were investigated. Additional investigations were carried out by substituting welding slag with standard sand at varying …
Published in International Journal of Construction Engineering and Planning · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 29–36 Read article