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Ultrasonic Welding of Thermoplastic Composite Coupons for Mechanical Characterization of Welded Joints through Single Lap Shear Testing

Ultrasonic Welding of Thermoplastic Composite Coupons for Mechanical Characterization of Welded Joints through Single Lap Shear Testing

DOI:
10.3791/53592-v

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08:40 min

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February 11, 2016

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1Structural Integrity and Composites,Delft University of Technology

Chapters

  • 00:05Title
  • 00:45Equipment and Preparations
  • 03:09Determining the Optimum Duration of the Vibration Phase and Welding
  • 06:15Results: Ultrasonic Welding of Thermoplastic Composite Samples for Highest Lap Shear Strength
  • 07:46Conclusion

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A straightforward procedure for ultrasonic welding of thermoplastic composite coupons for basic mechanical testing is described. Key characteristics of this ultrasonic welding process are the use of flat energy directors for simplified process preparation and the use of process data for the fast definition of optimum processing conditions.

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Keywords: Ultrasonic WeldingThermoplastic CompositeMechanical CharacterizationSingle Lap Shear TestingEnergy DirectorWelding ParametersDisplacement ControlSonotrodeData AcquisitionJigSample PreparationVibration PhaseWelding ForceVibration Amplitude

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