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      Thixo-joining of D2 and M2 tool steels: analysis of microstructure and mechanical properties

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          Abstract

          Thixo-joining as a method of joining dissimilar materials was introduced recently. In this method, specimens in a semi-solid condition are brought into contact with each other under compression. As a result, diffusion bonding takes place between the specimens. In this research, two kinds of tool steels, AISI D2 and AISI M2, which are difficult to join using conventional methods, were joined together through the thixo-joining process. While specimens were being heated in a furnace with argon-controlled atmosphere through the direct partial remelting method, a uniaxial constant compressive load was applied to them. The Microstructure and mechanical properties of the joint were analyzed using scanning electron microscopy, shear, and hardness tests. The results showed a joint with good quality regarding the microstructure and mechanical properties. Moreover, energy dispersive spectroscopy revealed the diffusion of elements during the joining process. The fracture surface of the joint was also analyzed and characterized as intergranular.

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          Journal
          ijmr
          International Journal of Materials Research
          Carl Hanser Verlag
          1862-5282
          2195-8556
          11 August 2014
          : 105
          : 8
          : 764-769
          Affiliations
          a Department of Mining and Metallurgy, Amirkabir University of Technology, Tehran, Iran
          b Faculty of Engineering, University of Kashan, Kashan, Iran
          Author notes
          [* ] Correspondence address, Dr. Mostafa Ketabchi, Department of Mining & Metallurgy, Amirkabir University of Technology, Hafez Ave., No. 424, Tehran, Iran, P. O. Box: 15875-4413, Tel: +98 21-64542955, Fax: +98 21-66405846 E-mail: ketabchi@ 123456aut.ac.ir
          Article
          MK111080
          10.3139/146.111080
          0c079da5-6df4-448f-afb7-8e0cae47f857
          © 2014, Carl Hanser Verlag, München
          History
          : 22 September 2013
          : 20 January 2014
          : 07 May 2014
          Page count
          References: 22, Pages: 6
          Categories
          Original Contributions

          Materials technology,Materials characterization,Materials science
          Tool steels,Thixo-joining,Mechanical properties,Semi-solid joining

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