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3 articles for “Friction Stir Additive Manufacturing”
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A Review of Recent Developments in Solid State-Based Metal Additive Manufacturing: Friction Stir Additive Technique
Abstract: In the age of machines, the whole industry needs light-weight and high strength for lighter devices, machines, etc. The core aerospace industry needs lighter materials for satellites and rockets. Friction Stir Additive Technology (FSAT)represents an innovative approach aimed at leveraging the principles of layered build (AM) layer by layer using solid state (FSW) friction stir welding technology. These represent a particular class of friction-based additive technology (FAT) and can easily …
Published in International Journal of Manufacturing and Materials Processing · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 17–25 Read article
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A Comprehensive Review of Metal Matrix Composites (MMCs)
Abstract: Abstract Metal Matrix Composites (MMCs) combine metallic matrices with reinforcing phases (ceramics, intermetallics, fibers, or particles) to achieve superior mechanical, thermal, and tribological properties compared with monolithic metals. This review surveys fabrication routes, reinforcement types, microstructural characteristics, mechanical and tribological behavior, machining challenges, applications across aerospace, automotive, electronics, and future directions including additive manufacturing, in-situ MMCs, and data-driven materials design. Critical challenges such as interface control, scalability, cost, and machinability …
Published in International Journal of Manufacturing and Materials Processing · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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The New Era of Fusion and Solid-State Joining: A Review of Latest Welding Techniques and Applications
Abstract: Abstract This review examines the quickly changing field of solid-state joining and welding technologies, emphasizing new developments, practical uses, and future research avenues. Strategies that lower heat input, enhance joint integrity, and allow the connecting of sophisticated and dissimilar materials have gained importance within the last ten years. Solid-state techniques are particularly appealing for lightweight alloys used in the automotive and aerospace industries because they reduce melt-related defects and the …
Published in International Journal of Manufacturing and Materials Processing · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 35–40 Read article