ELECTRON BEAM WELDING OF AEROSPACE MATERIALS
Abstract
High-voltage electron beam welding techniques capable of producing butt welds of optimum strength and ductility were developed for B120VCA titanium, D6AC steel, molybdenum-0.5% titanium to tungsten, and beryllium. Welds were produced in material thicknesses of 0.125 inch for the B120VCA titanium; 0.290 inch and 0.090 inch for the D6AC steel; 0.100 inch, 0.050 inch, and 0.005 inch for the molybdenum-0.5% titanium welded to tungsten; and 0.040 inch for the beryllium. The effects of thermal treatments (aging and heat treating) were investigated in the B120VCA and D6AC by welding and testing a variety of weld/thermal treatment combinations. A comprehensive preliminary welding phase was conducted during which the effects of various welding conditions on weld-zone characteristics were evaluated by visual, radiographic or dye penetrant, and metallographic inspection. Welds were evaluated for extent of fusion, grain size, cracking, porosity, and other pertinent effects.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Feb 01, 1963
- Accession Number
- AD0403681
Entities
People
- Lawrence E. Lubin
- William I. Kern
Organizations
- United Technologies Corporation