Review on Friction Stir Welding Process

摘要

Friction stir welding is the solid type welding which uses consumable tool that is used to join two workpieces without melting the workpiece. Heat is produced by the friction between the workpiece and the tool. This heat only softens the metal but not melting it. The tool moves along the soften surface for joining purpose. The scope of welding is increasing day to day according to their needs. This paper reviews based on FSW process analysis, Mechanical properties. Microstructural properties, Post weld heat treatment of the joints, Design of experiments and Corrosion of the joints in Aluminium and its alloys.