Development of an End-Effector for Friction Stir Spot Welding

Document Number: 2008-01-2286

Date Published: September 2008

Author(s):
James Gross - Wichita State Univ.
Bryan Tweedy - Wichita State Univ
Christian Widener - National Institute for Aviation Research

Abstract:
The purpose of this study was to design and manufacture an attachment for a MTS friction stir welding (FSW) machine at the Advanced Joining & Processing Laboratory which would allow friction stir spot welds to be made quickly, apply a consistent clamping force, and provide positional feedback of the surface of the workpiece. The scope of this project included component analysis, manufacturing, final product testing, and the formation of a conceptual design capable of producing both poke spots and swept spots. This equipment could be adapted for use on robotic platforms as well.

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See other papers presented at Aerospace Manufacturing and Automated Fastening Conference & Exhibition, September 2008, North Charleston, SC, USA, Session: Advanced Metal Materials, Fabrication, and Joining Processes (Part 1 of 2)

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