Enhancing interfacial bonding and performance in Al/steel inertia friction welding via a Ni interlayer-induced mutual deformation

Key Points

• Enhanced interfacial bonding improves mechanical performance across various welding applications.
• Key metrics demonstrate a significant increase in tensile strength due to the nickel interlayer.
• Investigative analysis on bonding and performance was conducted using inertia friction welding techniques.
• These findings highlight potential advancements for welding alloys, calling for further exploration in practical applications.