Abstract
AbstractThe laser micro-spot welding process was studied to implement a sheet lamination process-based methodology for the fabrication of austenitic stainless steel scaffolds. AISI 302 sheets with a thickness of 254 μm were laser cut and laser welded. Experimental tests were carried out with different values of average laser power (i.e., 180, 200, and 220 W) and different exposure times (25, 50, 75, 100, 125 ms). The micro-spot welds were visually inspected according to the ISO 13919-1 Class B requirements. Spot welds were qualitatively characterized, and weld dimensions were measured (i.e., penetration depth, top, middle, and bottom width and the heat-affected zone (HAZ)) to identify the cross-sectional shape. Furthermore, process efficiencies (i.e., coupling, melting, and process) were studied. A seam welding model was adapted to calculate the required exposure time and was used to obtain a micro-spot weld to accomplish the quality requirements of the scaffold. A scaffold prototype was designed and manufactured using the selected parameters by experimental trials and using the mathematical model (i.e., a laser power of 220 W and an exposure time of 45 ms).
Publisher
Springer Science and Business Media LLC
Subject
Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering,Computer Science Applications,Mechanical Engineering,Software,Control and Systems Engineering
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