The on-line control of friction stir welding processes using ultrasonic test techniques
Acronym: FrictionHarmonics
Funding body: Innovate UK
Status: Completed
The main aim of this project is to develop a prototype Non-Linear, high frequency ultrasonic NDT system for the in-process inspection of Friction Stir Welds in aluminium, titanium and nickel alloys and steel structural components for the detection of manufacturing defects including ‘kissing bond’ defects and then to provide feedback software to the FSW process control to eliminate the further introduction of the detected manufacturing defect(s).