研究目的
To obtain Ti/Al butt joints with a homogeneous intermetallic compound (IMC) layer of reasonable thickness in the brazing interface along the thickness direction of the joint using laser melting deposition layer additive method with coaxial Al–10Si–Mg powder feeding.
研究成果
The laser melting deposition layer additive method with coaxial powder feeding successfully produced high-quality Ti/Al butt joints. Joints with seven deposition layers exhibited the most homogeneous and continuous serrated IMC layer, with a maximum thickness difference of approximately 0.12 μm, leading to the highest tensile strength of 240 MPa (80% of Al base metal). The IMC layer consisted of nanosized granular Ti7Al5Si12 and serrated Ti(Al,Si)3 phases. Defects such as porosity and insufficient IMC reduced strength in other joints. This approach enhances interfacial bonding and mechanical properties, with potential applications in aerospace and automotive industries.
研究不足
The study is limited to specific base metals (6061-T6 Al and Ti-6Al-4V) and filler powder (Al–10Si–Mg). The process parameters (e.g., laser power, speed) may not be optimized for all potential applications, and the method requires precise control of deposition layers and environmental conditions (argon atmosphere). Defects such as porosity and undercut can occur with improper parameters, affecting joint strength. The homogeneity of the IMC layer is sensitive to the number of deposition layers, and further optimization might be needed for industrial scalability.
1:Experimental Design and Method Selection:
Laser welding-brazing was performed using a coaxial powder feeding system to deposit layers of Al–10Si–Mg powder, with the number of layers varied (1, 5, 7, 10) to study their effects on joint quality. The method was chosen to control interfacial reactions and improve homogeneity of the IMC layer.
2:Sample Selection and Data Sources:
Base materials were 6061-T6 Al and Ti-6Al-4V alloys with dimensions of 100 mm × 45 mm × 2 mm. Spherical Al–10Si–Mg powders (45–100 μm diameter) were used as filler. Samples were prepared with grooves and cleaned to remove contaminants.
3:List of Experimental Equipment and Materials:
Equipment included a 5.0 kW fiber laser (IPG YLR-5000), coaxial powder nozzle (Fraunhofer ILT), dual GTV powder feeder, argon chamber, optical microscopy (OM), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), energy-dispersive spectrometry (EDS), focused ion beam (FIB), transmission electron microscopy (TEM), and tensile testing machine (AG-X Plus). Materials included Nocolok flux (KAlF4 and K3AlF6 eutectic), acetone, NaOH, HNO3, HF, and Keller's reagent.
4:0 kW fiber laser (IPG YLR-5000), coaxial powder nozzle (Fraunhofer ILT), dual GTV powder feeder, argon chamber, optical microscopy (OM), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), energy-dispersive spectrometry (EDS), focused ion beam (FIB), transmission electron microscopy (TEM), and tensile testing machine (AG-X Plus). Materials included Nocolok flux (KAlF4 and K3AlF6 eutectic), acetone, NaOH, HNO3, HF, and Keller's reagent. Experimental Procedures and Operational Workflow:
4. Experimental Procedures and Operational Workflow: Grooves were fabricated on Ti and Al sides, surfaces were cleaned, flux was applied, and welding was performed in an argon atmosphere with specific laser power, scanning speed, powder feeding rate, and number of deposition layers as per Table 3. Cross-sections were prepared, polished, etched, and analyzed using OM, SEM, EDS, FIB, and TEM. Tensile tests were conducted at room temperature with a loading rate of 1 mm/min.
5:Cross-sections were prepared, polished, etched, and analyzed using OM, SEM, EDS, FIB, and TEM. Tensile tests were conducted at room temperature with a loading rate of 1 mm/min. Data Analysis Methods:
5. Data Analysis Methods: Microstructure and chemical compositions were analyzed using SEM and EDS. IMC thickness was measured with Image-pro software. Tensile strength and fracture behavior were evaluated, and statistical analysis involved testing three samples per condition for accuracy.
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fiber laser
YLR-5000
IPG
Used for laser welding-brazing to provide energy for melting and joining materials.
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coaxial powder nozzle
Fraunhofer ILT
Used for feeding Al–10Si–Mg powders coaxially during the welding process.
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powder feeder
GTV
Used to feed the Al–10Si–Mg powders during the deposition process.
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optical microscopy
Used to observe the macrostructure of the joints.
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scanning electron microscopy
Used to observe microstructures and chemical compositions.
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energy-dispersive spectrometry
Used to determine chemical compositions in the fusion zone and IMC layer.
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focused ion beam
Used to prepare samples for TEM analysis by cutting selected regions.
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transmission electron microscopy
Used to confirm the phases of the intermetallic compounds.
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tensile testing machine
AG-X Plus
Used to test the tensile strength of the joints at room temperature.
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