This book presents critical information on the principles and operation of friction welding, friction stir welding, and friction stir processing enhanced with many robust illustrations.
Prof. Akinlabi is a Full Professor of Mechanical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment, University of Johannesburg. Dr Mahamood is a Research Fellow at the Department of Mechanical Engineering Science, University of Johannesburg, South Africa.
Introduction to Friction Welding, Friction Stir Welding and Friction Stir Processing.- Friction Welding.- Friction Stir Welding.- Friction Stir Processing.- Case Study - Friction Stir Welding of Copper and Aluminum.- Case Study - Friction Stir Processing of Pure Aluminum.- Future Research Direction in Friction Welding, Friction Stir Welding and Friction Stir Processing.-