| DOI | Resolve DOI: https://doi.org/10.1177/0892705711428657 |
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| Author | Search for: Talbot, E.; Search for: Hubert, P.; Search for: Dubé, M.; Search for: Yousefpour, A.1 |
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| Affiliation | - National Research Council of Canada. Aerospace
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| Format | Text, Article |
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| Subject | Experimental datum; Finite element modeling; Finite element models; Heat transfer mechanism; Joints/joining; Mechanical performance; Thermoplastic composite; Transient heat transfer; Composite materials; Finite element method; Heat transfer; Optimization; Polymer matrix composites; Resistance welding; Thermoplastics; Three dimensional computer graphics; Welds; Three dimensional |
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| Abstract | The use of resistance welding technology to join thermoplastic composite aerospace structures is still contingent upon a better understanding of the heat transfer mechanisms occurring during welding, which govern the joint quality and mechanical performance. In this study, two-dimensional (2D) and three-dimensional (3D) transient heat transfer finite element models were developed to simulate resistance welding of thermoplastic composites. The 2D model was used to investigate the effect of the length of the exposed areas of the heating element to air (clamping distance) on the local overheating at the edges and the effects of the input power level on the thermal behavior of the welds. It is shown that controlling the clamping distance improves the thermal uniformity of the weld. The 3D model shows that heat conduction along the length of the laminates influences the thermal uniformity of the weld interface. An optimization chart is developed in order to minimize the undesirable edge effect and to define the conditions required to obtain a complete weld. The results of the 3D model are compared with experimental data. © The Author(s) 2011. |
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| Publication date | 2013 |
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| Language | English |
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| Peer reviewed | Yes |
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| NPARC number | 21269659 |
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| Export citation | Export as RIS |
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| Record identifier | b9c41e04-79b2-4aae-9f2d-3a9435262ebb |
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| Record created | 2013-12-13 |
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| Record modified | 2020-04-22 |
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