Development of Laser Welding Techniques for Joining Armor,
Abstract
The multikilowatt laser as an industrial tool in the production line has now been accepted for three years. Recently, the laboratory feasibility of heavy-penetration laser welding was demonstrated in low strength steel. This program describes the establishment of laser welding process parameters that will produce a sound, cost-effective joint with ballistic potential of 1 1/2 in. armor plate. Sufficient production, test, and operational data will be prepared to permit a detailed analysis of the achievement of this objective and repeatability of the process.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Mar 31, 1979
- Accession Number
- ADA072537
Entities
People
- F. D. Seaman
Organizations
- IIT Research Institute