Assessment of dissimilar joining between metal and polymer hybrid structure with different joining processes. (May 2023)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Nagarajan, Bala Murali; Manoharan, Manikandan
• Is Part Of: Journal of thermoplastic composite materials. Volume 36:Number 5(2023)
• Page Start: 2169
• Page End: 2211
• Publication Date: 2023-05
• Subjects: Metal–polymer welding -- friction stir welding -- laser welding -- ultrasonic welding -- additive manufacturing -- friction stir processing; Thermoplastic composites -- Periodicals; 668.423
• DOI: 10.1177/08927057211048534
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0892-7057

Abstract

In this century, innovation and technology are required to fabricate the hybrid joint of metal and polymers. Due to their lightweight and anti-corrosion properties, the mixed components are increasingly used to produce lightweight hybrid structures such as aerospace and automobiles. It is essential to develop welding techniques for joining dissimilar materials and instead use them in engineering structures. The bonding mechanism of the weld joint has varied depending upon the welding process. In the present review, the bonding mechanism of various hybrid joints like Friction stir welding (FSW), Friction stir spot joining, Friction riveting, laser welding, ultrasonic welding and induction welding is discussed in detail. The defects observed in the different welding process is discussed in details. The mechanical properties and microstructure analysis of different hybrid joints are reviewed in detail for a different combination of hybrid joints.