Heat Index Based Optimisation of Primary Process Parameters in Friction Stir Welding on Light Weight Materials

<div>Temperature recorded at the top and bottom surfaces during the welding stage. (a) <i>R</i><sub>shoulder</sub> = 7.5 mm; (b) <i>R</i><sub>shoulder</sub> = 9 mm; (c) <i>R</i><sub>shoulder</sub> = 10.5 mm; (d) <i>R</i><sub>shoulder</sub> = 12 mm.</div>

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Figure 5: Heat Index Based Optimisation of Primary Process Parameters in Friction Stir Welding on Light Weight Materials 