Friction Stir Welding and Processing - by Sandeep Rathee & Manu Srivastava & J Paulo Davim (Hardcover)

About the Book

"Friction Stir Welding and Processing: Fundamentals to Advancements provides concise yet comprehensive coverage of the field of friction stir welding, with an eye toward future research directions and applications. After explaining the basic concepts and fundamentals of friction stir welding (FSW) and its variants and discussing composite fabrication techniques using Friction Stir Processing (FSP), the book delves into different types of friction techniques, including forming and extrusion, riveting, surface, and cladding, as well as the equipment used for FSW/FSP, microstructural characterization and mechanical testing of FSW/ FSP samples, and potential defects in FSW/FSP composites. Additional topics discussed include the impact of FSW on the economics of production, methods for coupling FSW/FSP with additive manufacturing, composite fabrication, process-property relationships. Case studies throughout the book provide real-world context and highlight applications for various engineering sectors. With contributions from an array of leaders in the field, Friction Stir Welding and Processing provides readers with a single source of information on all aspects of FSW and FSP"--

Book Synopsis

A single source of information on the fundamental concepts and latest research applications of friction stir welding and processing

Friction Stir Welding and Processing: Fundamentals to Advancements provides concise yet comprehensive coverage of the field of friction stir welding, with an eye toward future research directions and applications. Throughout the book, case studies provide real-world context and highlight applications for various engineering sectors. With contributions from an array of leaders in the field, Friction Stir Welding and Processing provides readers with a single source of information on all aspects of FSW and FSP.

After explaining the fundamentals of friction stir welding (FSW) and its variants, the book discusses composite fabrication techniques using friction stir processing (FSP). Different types of friction techniques are covered, as is the equipment used. Detailed characterization of samples and composites are included. Additional topics discussed include the impact of FSW on the economics of production, methods for coupling FSW/FSP with additive manufacturing, composite fabrication, and process-property relationships.

• Master the basic concepts of friction stir welding and its variants
• Discover the role of FSW in developing hybrid manufacturing techniques
• Follow case studies that connect theoretical concepts to real-world experimental results
• Learn from contributions from an array of global thought leaders in the field

This is a valuable compendium on the topic for engineers and designers who utilize welding and advanced manufacturing across industries, as well as graduate students and post-graduate researchers who are exploring new friction stir welding applications.

From the Back Cover

Understand the future of solid-state welding with this essential reference

Techniques for material joining and surface modification are among the most important parts of engineering, particularly in structurally demanding industries like aerospace, defense, automotive, and marine manufacturing. Friction stir welding and processing (FSW/FSP) is a groundbreaking new solid-state welding and processing technology that has already begun to revolutionize these fields and many others. Still in the relatively early stages of research and development, FSW/FSP promises to be an essential area of study for engineers and designers across the manufacturing world.

Friction Stir Welding and Processing: Fundamentals to Advancements provides an accessible but systematic overview of this technology and its likely future development. Beginning with an introduction to the foundational concepts of FSW/FSP, the book surveys various friction techniques, the key technologies and equipment, testing practices, and more. The result serves as a one-stop reference for readers looking to familiarize themselves with this cutting-edge technology.

Friction Stir Welding and Processing readers will also find:

• A multinational authorial team of leaders in research and production
• Detailed discussion of topics including forming and extrusion, riveting, cladding, surface composites, and more
• Additional information on subjects like additive manufacturing and economics of production

Friction Stir Welding and Processing will be of interest to scholars, researchers, academicians, industry practitioners, government labs, libraries, and anyone interested in the area of solid-state joining and processing.

About the Author

Sandeep Rathee, PhD, is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the National Institute of Technology, Srinagar, India. His research interests include friction stir welding/processing, additive manufacturing, composites, and hybrid manufacturing.

Manu Srivastava, PhD, is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the PDPM Indian Institute of Information Technology, Design and Manufacturing, Jabalpur, India. Her research interests include additive manufacturing, friction-based AM, friction stir processing, advanced materials, manufacturing practices, and optimization techniques.

J. Paulo Davim, PhD, is a Professor at the University of Aveiro, Portugal and a Fellow (FIET) of the Institution of Engineering and Technology, UK. His research interests include advanced manufacturing methods and materials.