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47 articles for “Tungsten”
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Experimental Investigation of Weld Strength in Pulsed Current TIG Welding of AA 5052 Alloys – A Technical Review
Abstract: TIG welding, also known as Gas Tungsten Arc Welding, is a method in which metal parts are welded together using heat or pressure. Inert gas is used to cover the electrodes and weld pools. Superior alloys such as stainless steel, aluminium, and magnesium alloys must be used to make high-quality weld connections. In 1825, the aluminium metal was conceived and produced. This project is based on the 5052 aluminum alloy …
Published in Trends in Mechanical Engineering & Technology · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 10–20 Read article
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Investigate the effect of TIG welding process parameters on weld distortion of AA6061 - A Technical review
Abstract: TIG welding, also known as Gas Tungsten Arc Welding, is a process that uses heat orpressure to join metal pieces. The electrodes and weld pools are covered with inert gas. Toachieve high-quality weld connections, superior alloys such as stainless steel, aluminium, andmagnesium alloys must be employed. The aluminium metal was invented and produced in 1825.This project uses the 6061 aluminium alloy, which is one of nine different varieties of aluminium …
Published in Trends in Mechanical Engineering & Technology · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 31–38 Read article
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Taguchi Method: A New Approach for Evaluating and Optimizing Parameters of TIG Welding
Abstract: The construction and industrial sectors must improve the quality of their welds. An experimental plate fabricated of SS304L was to be tungsten inert gas (TIG) welded in this experiment, and an effort was made to enhance the mechanical properties. The Taguchi L9 orthogonal array was used to organize the experiment, and the mechanism of advancement was used to simulate the performance. The tensile strength of the welded junction rises in …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 121–129 Read article
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Influence of Different Fluxes on the Angular Distortion of A-TIG Welded 316L Steel Plates
Abstract: The conventional Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG) welding process is an autogenous welding process primarily used to weld thin metal sheets in the food processing and chemical industry. The process can weld almost all engineering materials but suffers from the limitation of slow speed and inability to weld thick sections. With the development of A-TIG welding, some of the drawbacks of traditional TIG welding have been addressed, where the activated flux …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 99–103 Read article
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Utilizing Chemical Machining Methods in the Metalworking Sector
Abstract: Chemical machining is a kind of material removal technique used to produce desired shapes and dimensions by selectively or completely removing material through carefully regulated chemical attack using etchant solutions, which are solutions of acids or alkalis. One type of chemical machining is chemical milling, also known as contour machining, etching, or chemiluminescence. The aerospace industry uses chemical milling to remove thin layers of material from extruded parts for aircraft …
Published in International Journal of Manufacturing and Production Engineering · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 17–23 Read article
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Innovative Thin Film Technologies for Energy and Environmental Applications
Abstract: This article explores recent advancements in thin film technologies, focusing on their applications in photocatalysis, energy storage, and gas sensing. It highlights the growth of zinc oxide (ZnO) films via thermal evaporation for photocatalytic dye degradation, achieving up to 99.6% efficiency at pH 2. The study also examines vanadium pentoxide (V2O5) as a promising cathode material for lithium-ion batteries, discussing its structural characteristics and challenges related to conductivity and stability. …
Published in Journal of Thin Films, Coating Science Technology & Application · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 33–38 Read article
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Modeling of ZnO Based Nano Sensor Device for Evaluating Electronic Interaction with NO2 Pollutant: Combining Multiphysics Simulation and DFT Study
Abstract: This study focuses on the designing and modeling of a sensor device employing zinc oxide (ZnO) nanowires (NWs), and the evaluation of the chemical response of the same in the presence of nitrogen dioxide (NO2), which is an acute harmful pollutant for human health and environment. Experimentally synthesized ZnO nanostructures were used as the basis for modeling of the ZnO NWs based sensor device along with a single ZnO NW, …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 211–219 Read article
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A Comprehensive Review on Nanostructured Polymer Composites for CT Imaging Contrast Enhancement in Brain Tumor Diagnosis
Abstract: The detection and characterization of brain tumors require high-resolution and non-invasive imaging modalities that have the ability of differentiating tumorous tissues and healthy brain tissues. Computed tomography (CT) can be included in this number because, in addition to providing speedy scans and penetration to deep tissue, the diagnostic capability in soft tissue organ such as the brain is poor despite low natural contrast. The review is dedicated to the emerging …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 6, 2025 · pp. 148–162 Read article
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Comparative Analysis of Processing-Property Relationships in Metal and Polymer Matrix Composites: A Unified Statistical Framework for Hardness Characterization
Abstract: Composite materials, encompassing both metal matrix composites (MMCs) and polymer matrix composites (PMCs), exhibit complex processing-property relationships that fundamentally govern their mechanical performance across diverse applications. This study presents a unified statistical framework for analyzing hardness characteristics in composite systems, using aluminum-tungsten carbide (Al-WC) metal matrix composites as a representative model system while establishing connections to polymer matrix composite behavior. The investigation employed comprehensive processing parameter optimization, microstructural characterization, and …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 419–430 Read article
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Evaluation on the Mechanical Strength of TIG Welded 6061Aluminium Alloy Joints
Abstract: Aluminum alloy Al-6061 is extensively used in aerospace, automotive, and marine industries due to its excellent mechanical properties, lightweight nature, and corrosion resistance. However, welding this alloy presents challenges such as porosity, hot cracking, and strength reduction in the heat-affected zone (HAZ). Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG) welding, known for its precision and quality, is commonly employed for joining Al-6061. This study investigates the tensile strength of TIG-welded butt joints of …
Published in Trends in Machine design · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 34–39 Read article
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Review on Severe Plastic Deformation Techniques for Bulk Materials: Deformation Behavior and Properties
Abstract: This paper presents a detailed review of the efficient application of Severe Plastic Deformation for the fabrication of ultra-fine-grained and nanostructured crystalline bulk materials. Severe Plastic Deformation allows substantial grain refinement while largely preserving the original dimensions of the workpiece, making it especially suitable for ductile materials capable of sustaining very high strains under elevated hydrostatic pressure prior to failure. The study investigates the grain refinement mechanisms involved in Severe …
Published in Trends in Machine design · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 40–72 Read article
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Recent Development to Track Contraband using Muon
Abstract: The muon is one of nature’s fundamental particles discovered in 1937 by Carl Anderson. A muon is an elementary subatomic particle similar to electron, but with a mass approximately 207 times greater and, sometimes it is called as a “heavy electron”. Muons are generated naturally when cosmic rays collide with atoms in earth’s upper atmosphere and, then raining down all the times upon the surface of earth. Muons can be …
Published in International Journal of Universe · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 23–34 Read article
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Mechanical Properties and Temperature distributionofHard Facingof SS-304 steelby using SAW
Abstract: Surface engineering is a multidiscipline activity aimed at tailoring the properties or surfaces of engineering materials to improve their function or service life. Mostly; as applied to metals, surface engineering includes processes; such as plating, diffusion treatment, physical and chemical vapor deposition, ion implantation, thermal spray coatings, selective hardening, hard facing, and a variety of less-used and proprietary processes. However; these processes will be described briefly and it will be …
Published in Journal of Automobile Engineering and Applications · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 18–29 Read article
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Design and Simulation of Micro-cantilever for MEMS Applications
Abstract: Micro-cantilevers belong to MEMS set of devices and are often used for detection of forces in micromechanical sensors (e.g., pressure sensors and accelerometers) and probe for force sensor to atomic force microscope used as transducers, transport mechanisms, relays, switches, resonators, etc. This paper presents as to how the displacement of micro-cantilever is affected by the load applied to the micro-cantilever. The effect of width change on the displacement of the …
Published in Journal of Electronic Design Technology · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2014 · pp. 25–31 Read article
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Influence of process parameter on Lack of Fusion in T.I.G. welding of S.S. 304 – A Review
Abstract: The T.I.G. welding or gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW) process is widely used in many appliances because of its versatility in industry. For GTAW process, metals like carbon steel, stainless steel, aluminium, copper, low-alloy steel and non-metal also are widely used in all positions. Butt joint, lap joint, T-joint, edge joint, corner joint are the common types of joints used in welding. The incompletely fused spots like porosity that occurs …
Published in Journal of Industrial Safety Engineering · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 26–31 Read article
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Nanostructured Cr-WS2 Solid Lubricant Coating for Space Applications
Abstract: Abstract Tungsten disulphide (WS2) is one of the widely used intrinsic low friction materials, which is commonly used in the form of coating. WS2 offers very low coefficient of friction only in non humid conditions. Presence of humidity destroys this property and restricts its utility. Modifying the structure of WS2 by adding certain metals helps in overcoming this limitation and in addition improves the mechanical properties. Further, deposition technique and …
Published in Journal of Instrumentation Technology & Innovations · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 12–18 Read article
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Optimization of Multiple Responses in Turning of AA7075 Using Taguchi’s Quality Loss Method
Abstract: The present work is to explore the affect of turning parameters, speed, feed and depth of cut on the multiple performances of Material Removal Rate and Surface Roughness characteristics. AA7075 is considered as the work piece as it has extensive applications in the field of aerospace and marine sectors. The experiments are carried out using tungsten carbide tool of 0.4 nose radius and as per the standard Taguchi’s L9 Orthogonal …
Published in Journal of Mechatronics and Automation · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 31–37 Read article
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A Review: Distortion Control in 20MnMoNi55 Material Using GTAW and SAW Process
Abstract: Gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW) is high quality and high precision welding process which is suitable for welding thin metals. Inert gases such as helium and argon, carbon dioxide, nitrogen etc. are used as shielding gases to prevent the weld bead from air, dust and other contaminations in welding. There are so many welding process parameters affecting the weld quality in GTAW. Important process parameters which mainly affect the weld …
Published in Journal of Mechatronics and Automation · Vol. 3, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 34–38 Read article
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An Experimental Study to Determine Optimum Machining Conditions for Electrical Discharge Machining of the Heat Treatable Steel 42CrMo4 (Din 1.7225)
Abstract: Electric discharge machining (EDM) is a well-established machining option and a non-traditional machining process, in many manufacturing-related industries worldwide. It is found to be capable of machining geometrically complex or hard material components, which are specific and difficult-to-machine. In this study, the electrical discharge machining of 42CrMo4 with different electrode materials namely, copper, aluminum and tungsten carbide and process parameters was performed to explore the influence of EDM parameters on …
Published in Journal of Mechatronics and Automation · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 23–32 Read article
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Selection and Mechanism of using active gas in GTAW Process – A review
Abstract: Gas tungsten arc welding process is known for its good quality welds. However, the lack of penetration of the process leads to low productivity. Many techniques have been implemented in the past to improve the joint penetration and thereby the productivity of GTAW process. In one of the technique, active gas like Carbon dioxide, Nitrogen or Oxygen is used in some proportion along with the inert gas. This addition of …
Published in Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 49–61 Read article