Mechanical and Microstructural Properties of HDPE Pipes Manufactured via Orbital Friction Stir Welding
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DOI: 10.3390/ma15113810
Abstract: In recent decades, extensive research has been performed on the friction stir welding of flat-shaped materials while pipe welding, particularly polymer pipes, still encounters challenging issues. This work presents a feasible route for joining high-density… read more here.
Keywords: friction stir; orbital friction; stir welding; hdpe pipes ... See more keywords
The Effect of Welding Defects on the Long-Term Performance of HDPE Pipes
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DOI: 10.3390/polym14193936
Abstract: High-density polyethylene (HDPE) pipes are the preferred pipes of water systems in nuclear power plants because they are durable, corrosion-free, easy to install, and not subject to fouling. However, their long-term performance can be affected… read more here.
Keywords: long term; welding defects; term performance; hdpe pipes ... See more keywords