The investigation on the ideal spot weld numerical model in resistance welding
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The investigation on the ideal spot weld numerical model in resistance welding Zygmunt Mikno 1 & Bogusław Grzesik 2 & Mariusz Stępień 2 Received: 21 April 2020 / Accepted: 16 September 2020 / Published online: 6 October 2020 # The Author(s) 2020
Abstract The paper presents investigation on the ideal spot weld numerical model. The weld discussed in the paper was made by the resistance spot welding of two overlapping steel sheets. The ideal weld contained three parts, i.e. two welded steel sheets and an intermediate component (connector) made of the same material. The connector was placed between the sheets, assembled mechanically and fixed. A numerical model of the ideal weld enables the elimination of all welding imperfections, including, among other things, an indent left by the electrode as well as stresses and deformations of materials present in the actual welded joint. The ideal weld was intentionally not subjected to the thermal cycle. As a result, the heat-affected zone and the molten nugget were eliminated from the model (welding area). Consequently, the entire tested (analysed) weld specimen only had the properties of the base material. The analysis presented in the paper is based on 3D FEM numerical modelling and experimental validation. The numerical model of the ideal weld (nugget surface) was investigated in relation to various shapes of the nugget (e.g. circular, square and rectangular) as well as in relation to different dimensions. The research also involved the performance of a comparative analysis including various welding conditions. The analysis was carried out to determine the highest possible value of shear force generated during a static tensile test. The results of the numerical tests were compared with the results of selected laboratory tests. Keywords FEM . Resistance spot welding . Ideal resistance weld . Ideal spot weld numerical model in resistance welding
1 Introduction Results of scientific and engineering investigations reported in publications, not only those related to resistance welding, are usually focused on modifications of technological processes aimed to improve both the process and the quality of finished products. In terms of resistance welding, goals are usually joint-related improvements achieved through the reduction of welding imperfections, increased process repeatability and/or the higher strength of welded joints [1–3]. However, reported investigations related to the strength of joints usually
* Zygmunt Mikno [email protected] 1
Department of Resistance and Friction Welding and Environmental Engineering, Welding, Research Network, Institute of Welding, Gliwice, Poland
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Faculty of Electrical Engineering, Silesian University of Technology, Gliwice, Poland
lack indications concerning a theoretical upper ultimate value of joint strength [4]. Information concerning welded joints made using resistance spot welding state that such welds are subjected to shearing. Related recommendations suggest avoiding the use of welds affected by tension
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