Papers by Author: R. Sharma

Abstract: The aim of this study is to investigate the effect of cryogenic treated electrodes on the sensitization of ‘304 SS’ in resistance spot welding (RSW). An approach to model sensitization based upon the weld properties like: hardness, tensile-shear strength (T-S), while RSW of 304SS has been proposed and applied. Relationship between hardness, T-S and other parameter has been deduced by using Taguchi L9 orthogonal array (OA). The results indicate that for sensitization; coolant flow rate (CFR), weld time and voltage contributes significantly in RSW of SS.