Abstract
In this paper, we compare experimental data for a laser spot weld on a ceramic to the solution from an adaptive finite element model of the system. Our focus is on validating the finite element model, which necessarily includes numerous simplifications. We assume an axisymmetric geometry and flow profile, with flat free surface. Buoyancy and surface tension drive the liquid motion in the molten ceramic pool beneath the laser, which is calculated using the axisymmetric forms of the continuity, momentum and energy equations. Latent heat, temperature-dependent material properties and radiation effects are all included in the formulation. These equations are solved with standard finite element techniques utilizing mesh relocation with a movement indicator based on solution gradients. Comparison with experimental data indicates that the numerical techniques used successfully predicted the depth and diameter of the actual ceramic weld pool.
| Original language | English (US) |
|---|---|
| Pages (from-to) | 465-484 |
| Number of pages | 20 |
| Journal | Optics and Lasers in Engineering |
| Volume | 29 |
| Issue number | 6 |
| DOIs | |
| State | Published - 1998 |
| Externally published | Yes |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Electronic, Optical and Magnetic Materials
- Atomic and Molecular Physics, and Optics
- Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical and Electronic Engineering