@inproceedings{2b3c3f667c8d47d3816595def9278674,
title = "Failure loads and deformation in 6061-T6 aluminum alloy spot welds",
abstract = "Failure loads and deformation in 6061-T6 aluminum alloy resistance spot welded joints were experimentally investigated. The welding experiments were carried out using different process parameters such as electrode forces, welding times, and currents. Nugget and microstructure characteristics were quantified using laser beam profilometry, electron back scatter diffraction technique (EBSD), and quasi-static shear tests. Mechanical tests were used to characterize the failure forces in spot welded specimens to elucidate the influence of process parameters. Finally, the microstructure of the weld nugget was discussed based on the process parameters, and the modeling results were compared with measurements obtained by electron back scatter diffraction mapping.",
keywords = "Aluminum, Axonometric mesh, laser beam profilometry, Coupled thermo-electrical-mechanical analysis, Failure load, Microstructure, Multi-physics, Resistance spot weld, Tensile-peel test",
author = "Florea, {R. S.} and Solanki, {K. N.} and Bammann, {D. J.} and Jordon, {J. B.} and Castanier, {M. P.}",
year = "2011",
month = jul,
day = "27",
language = "English (US)",
isbn = "9781118029466",
series = "TMS Annual Meeting",
pages = "213--220",
booktitle = "TMS 2011 - 140th Annual Meeting and Exhibition, Supplemental Proceedings",
note = "TMS 2011 - 140th Annual Meeting and Exhibition ; Conference date: 27-02-2011 Through 03-03-2011",
}