Research Project

Background

Results

Modeling

• The neural network for  weld pool shape with coupled plasma-laser welding process
• Online calculation of weld pool shape based on neural network
• How do we couple neural network and hardness model?
• ThermoCalc calculations of phases that can form during solidification.
• Dictra Calculations of solidification in 6111 alloy.

Experimental

• Hardness distributions
• Weld Macrostructure
• Weldmetal Microstructure
• Heat-affected-zone microstructure
• Comparison of hardness
• Comparison of properties for 6111 welds
• Comparision of properties for 5754 welds

Publication

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Investigators at ORNL

Investigators at INEEL

Investigators at SNL