Journal
SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY OF WELDING AND JOINING
Volume 13, Issue 1, Pages 49-59Publisher
TAYLOR & FRANCIS LTD
DOI: 10.1179/174329308X271733
Keywords
resistance spot welding; static and impact testing mechanical properties; dual phase steel; transformation induced plasticity steel; ferritic-bainitic steel; high strength low alloy steel
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Evaluating the impact performance of resistance spot welded joints in advanced high strength steels (AHSS) is critical for their continued integration into the automotive architecture. The effect of strain rate on the joint strength and failure mode is an important consideration in the design of welded structures. Recent results suggest that the failure mode is dependent upon the strength, chemistry, and processing of AHSS. Current literature, however, does not explain the effects of weld microstructure and a comprehensive comparison has yet to be conducted. The present study details the fracture paths within the joint microstructure of spot welded AHSS, including dual phase (DP), transformation induced plasticity (TRIP) and ferritic-bainitic (FB), in comparison to new high strength low alloy steels. Quasi-static and impact tests were conducted using a universal tensile tester and an instrumented drop tower respectively. Results for elongation, failure load and energy absorption for each material are presented. Failure modes were detailed by observing weld fracture surfaces. In addition, cross-sections of partially fractured weldments were examined to detail fracture paths during static loading. Correlations between the fracture path and mechanical properties were developed using observed microstructures in the fusion zone and heat affected zone. Results showed that good impact performance was obtained in DP780 and TRIP780 grades in relation to DP600, 590R and conventional high strength low alloy.
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