Nondestructive Examination of Aluminum Friction Stir Welds: A Literature Search
Abstract
The purpose of this report is to provide a review of available information on friction stir welding (FSW) defects and the nondestructive examination (NDE) methods currently used to detect these defects. The report is divided into three sections in order to best present its findings. The first section, Friction Stir Welding (FSW) Defects and Characteristics, identifies the defects and discusses detection methods used in detecting each defect. The second section, Quality Assurance Evaluation Techniques, discusses the various detection methods available for detecting FSW defects. It analyzes the conventional NDE methods, newer NDE methods, and other methods, including destructive testing and in-process monitoring, used in assuring the quality of friction stir welds. The final section is Industry Documents. This last section describes documents and associated requirements invoked by industry to evaluate friction stir welds.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Feb 03, 2011
- Accession Number
- AD1068146
Entities
People
- Maria Posada
- Nathan Trepal
Organizations
- Naval Surface Warfare Center Carderock Division