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  1. Process parameters and surface treatment effects on the mechanical and corrosion resistance properties of Ti6Al4V components produced by laser powder bed fusion

    Article • Progress in Additive Manufacturing, April 2023, Springer Science + Business Media

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  2. A new control parameter to predict micro-warping-induced job failure in LPBF of TI6AL4V titanium alloy

    Article • The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology, March 2023, Springer Science + Business Media

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  3. Dissimilar titanium-aluminum skin-stringer joints by FSW: process mechanics and performance

    Article • Materials and Manufacturing Processes, August 2022, Taylor & Francis

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  4. A two steps Lagrangian–Eulerian numerical model for the simulation of explosive welding of three dissimilar materials joints

    Article • CIRP Journal of Manufacturing Science and Technology, November 2021, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  5. Outlining the Limits of Friction Stir Consolidation as Used as an Aluminum Alloys Recycling Approach

    Article • September 2021, Springer Science + Business Media

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  6. The Effect of Building Direction on Microstructure and Microhardness during Selective Laser Melting of Ti6Al4V Titanium Alloy

    Article • Journal of Materials Engineering and Performance, September 2021, Springer Science + Business Media

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  7. Smart and resilient manufacturing in the wake of COVID-19

    Article • Journal of Manufacturing Systems, July 2021, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  8. Geometrical deviation of end-of-life parts as a consequence of reshaping by single point incremental forming

    Article • The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology, May 2021, Springer Science + Business Media

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  9. A numerical approach for the modelling of forming limits in hot incremental forming of AZ31 magnesium alloy

    Article • The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology, April 2021, Springer Science + Business Media

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  10. Comparative evaluation of the effect of the substrate thickness and inherent process defects on the static and fatigue performance of FSW and adhesive-bonded overlap-joints in an AA6016 alloy

    Article • Journal of Manufacturing Processes, April 2021, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  11. New trends in manufacturing systems research 2021

    Article • Journal of Manufacturing Systems, April 2021, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  12. Magnetic field-assisted single-point incremental forming with a magnet ball tool

    Article • CIRP Annals, January 2021, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  13. Manufacturing processes as material and energy efficiency strategies enablers: The case of Single Point Incremental Forming to reshape end-of-life metal components

    Article • CIRP Journal of Manufacturing Science and Technology, January 2021, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  14. NAMRC 49 Fast-Tracked Research Papers to Journal of Manufacturing Systems and Journal of Manufacturing Processes

    Article • Procedia Manufacturing, January 2021, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  15. Preface

    Article • Procedia Manufacturing, January 2021, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  16. Microstructural, mechanical and energy demand characterization of alternative WAAM techniques for Al-alloy parts production

    Article • CIRP Journal of Manufacturing Science and Technology, November 2020, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  17. Application of linear friction welding for joining ultrafine grained aluminium

    Article • Journal of Manufacturing Processes, August 2020, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  18. New Trends in Manufacturing Processes Research 2020

    Article • Journal of Manufacturing Processes, August 2020, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  19. Surface and mechanical characterization of stationary shoulder friction stir welded lap joints: experimental and numerical approach

    Article • International Journal of Material Forming, July 2020, Springer Science + Business Media

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  20. Multi-directional vs. mono-directional multi-step strategies for single point incremental forming of non-axisymmetric components

    Article • Journal of Manufacturing Processes, July 2020, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  21. New trends in Manufacturing Systems Research 2020

    Article • Journal of Manufacturing Systems, July 2020, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  22. Re-forming end-of-life components through single point incremental forming

    Article • Manufacturing Letters, April 2020, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  23. Effect of position and force tool control in friction stir welding of dissimilar aluminum-steel lap joints for automotive applications

    Article • Advances in Manufacturing, February 2020, Springer Science + Business Media

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  24. Uncovering Technological and Environmental Potentials of Aluminum Alloy Scraps Recycling Through Friction Stir Consolidation

    Article • International Journal of Precision Engineering and Manufacturing-Green Technology, January 2020, Springer Science + Business Media

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  25. Mechanical and metallurgical characterization of AA6082-T6 sheet-bulk joints produced through a linear friction welding based approach

    Article • International Journal of Material Forming, January 2020, Springer Science + Business Media

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  26. An energy efficiency analysis of Single Point Incremental Forming as an Approach for Sheet Metal Based Component Reuse

    Article • Procedia CIRP, January 2020, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  27. Friction Stir Welding of Ti6Al4V complex geometries for aeronautical applications: a feasibility study

    Article • Procedia Manufacturing, January 2020, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  28. Preface

    Article • Procedia Manufacturing, January 2020, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  29. Solid State Joining of Thin Hybrid Sandwiches Made of Steel and Polymer: a Feasibility Study

    Article • Procedia Manufacturing, January 2020, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  30. Special Issue of Journal of Manufacturing Systems on New Trends in Manufacturing Systems Research 2020

    Article • Procedia Manufacturing, January 2020, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  31. Friction stir extrusion to recycle aluminum alloys scraps: Energy efficiency characterization

    Article • Journal of Manufacturing Processes, July 2019, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  32. New trends in manufacturing processes research

    Article • Journal of Manufacturing Processes, July 2019, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  33. New trends in manufacturing systems research

    Article • Journal of Manufacturing Systems, July 2019, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  34. Constant Heat Input Friction Stir Welding of Variable Thickness AZ31 Sheets Through In-Process Tool Rotation Control

    Article • Journal of Manufacturing Science and Engineering, June 2019, ASME International

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  35. A novel linear friction welding based approach for sheet-bulk joining

    Article • January 2019, American Institute of Physics

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  36. Aluminium sheet metal scrap recycling through friction consolidation

    Article • Procedia Manufacturing, January 2019, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  37. Energy Demand Reduction Of Aluminum Alloys Recycling Through Friction Stir Extrusion Processes Implementation

    Article • Procedia Manufacturing, January 2019, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  38. History of NAMRI and NAMRC

    Article • Procedia Manufacturing, January 2019, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  39. Preface

    Article • Procedia Manufacturing, January 2019, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  40. Special Issue of Journal of Manufacturing Processes on New Trends in Manufacturing Processes Research

    Article • Procedia Manufacturing, January 2019, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  41. Special Issue of Journal of Manufacturing Systems on New Trends in Manufacturing Systems Research

    Article • Procedia Manufacturing, January 2019, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  42. An insight into the electrical energy demand of friction stir welding processes: the role of process parameters, material and machine tool architecture

    Article • The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology, October 2018, Springer Science + Business Media

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  43. Advancing manufacturing processes research at NAMRC 46

    Article • Journal of Manufacturing Processes, August 2018, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  44. Experimental and numerical investigation on a new FSW based metal to composite joining technique

    Article • Journal of Manufacturing Processes, August 2018, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  45. Single block 3D numerical model for linear friction welding of titanium alloy

    Article • Science and Technology of Welding & Joining, July 2018, Taylor & Francis

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  46. Advancing manufacturing systems research at NAMRC 46

    Article • Journal of Manufacturing Systems, July 2018, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  47. Influence of Oblique Edge Blanking on the Online Punching Quality after Stretch Bending

    Article • Defect and Diffusion Forum, July 2018, Trans Tech Publications

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  48. Bonding prediction in friction stir consolidation of aluminum alloys: A preliminary study

    Article • January 2018, American Institute of Physics

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  49. Design of continuous Friction Stir Extrusion machines for metal chip recycling: issues and difficulties

    Article • Procedia Manufacturing, January 2018, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  50. Preface

    Article • Procedia Manufacturing, January 2018, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  51. Preface

    Article • Procedia Manufacturing, January 2018, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  52. Preface: 21st International ESAFORM Conference on Material Forming (ESAFORM 2018)

    Article • January 2018, American Institute of Physics

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  53. Special Issue of Journal of Manufacturing Processes on Advancing Manufacturing Processes Research at NAMRC 46

    Article • Procedia Manufacturing, January 2018, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  54. Special Issue of Journal of Manufacturing Systems on Advancing Manufacturing Systems Research at NAMRC 46

    Article • Procedia Manufacturing, January 2018, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  55. Welding abilities of UFG metals

    Article • January 2018, American Institute of Physics

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  56. In-process control strategies for friction stir welding of AZ31 sheets with non-uniform thickness

    Article • The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology, October 2017, Springer Science + Business Media

    Professor Michela Simoncini, Prof. Livan Fratini

  57. Process mechanics in Friction Stir Extrusion of magnesium alloys chips through experiments and numerical simulation

    Article • Journal of Manufacturing Processes, October 2017, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  58. Residual Stress Measurement in Innovative Friction Stir Welding Processes

    Article • Key Engineering Materials, September 2017, Trans Tech Publications

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  59. A numerical model for Wire integrity prediction in Friction Stir Extrusion of magnesium alloys

    Article • Journal of Materials Processing Technology, September 2017, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  60. Enhancement of mechanical properties of FSWed AA7075 lap joints through in-situ fabrication of MMC

    Article • Journal of Manufacturing Processes, August 2017, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  61. Influence of processing parameters and initial temper on Friction Stir Extrusion of 2050 aluminum alloy

    Article • Journal of Manufacturing Processes, August 2017, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  62. Latest developments in manufacturing processes at NAMRC 45

    Article • Journal of Manufacturing Processes, August 2017, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  63. Latest advancements in manufacturing systems at NAMRC 45

    Article • Journal of Manufacturing Systems, July 2017, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  64. Strategies for numerical simulation of linear friction welding of metals: a review

    Article • Production Engineering, March 2017, Springer Science + Business Media

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  65. A macroscale FEM-based approach for selective laser sintering of thermoplastics

    Article • The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology, January 2017, Springer Science + Business Media

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  66. In-process tool rotational speed variation with constant heat input in friction stir welding of AZ31 sheets with variable thickness

    Article • January 2017, American Institute of Physics

    Professor Michela Simoncini, Prof. Livan Fratini

  67. Al-SiC Metal Matrix Composite production through Friction Stir Extrusion of aluminum chips

    Article • Procedia Engineering, January 2017, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  68. An Exploratory Study for Analyzing the Energy Savings Obtainable by Reshaping Processes of Sheet Metal Based Components

    Article • Procedia Engineering, January 2017, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  69. Analysis of Electrical Energy Demands in Friction Stir Welding of Aluminum Alloys

    Article • Procedia Engineering, January 2017, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  70. Comparison between FSW and bonded lap joints – A preliminary investigation

    Article • January 2017, American Institute of Physics

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  71. Preface

    Article • Procedia Manufacturing, January 2017, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  72. Dissimilar titanium/aluminum friction stir welding lap joints by experiments and numerical simulation

    Article • Advances in Manufacturing, December 2016, Springer Science + Business Media

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  73. Influence of Process Parameters on the Product Integrity in Friction Stir Extrusion of Magnesium Alloys

    Article • Key Engineering Materials, October 2016, Trans Tech Publications

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  74. Life cycle energy and CO2 emissions analysis of food packaging: an insight into the methodology from an Italian perspective

    Article • International Journal of Sustainable Engineering, September 2016, Taylor & Francis

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  75. Effect of the mutual position between weld seam and reinforcement on the residual stress distribution in Friction Stir Welding of AA6082 skin and stringer structures

    Article • Thin-Walled Structures, June 2016, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  76. Weld quality prediction in linear friction welding of AA6082-T6 through an integrated numerical tool

    Article • Journal of Materials Processing Technology, May 2016, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  77. Comparative analysis of bonding mechanism in solid state metal working processes

    Article • MATEC Web of Conferences, January 2016, EDP Sciences

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  78. Material flow analysis in dissimilar friction stir welding of AA2024 and Ti6Al4V butt joints

    Article • MATEC Web of Conferences, January 2016, EDP Sciences

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  79. In-process tool force and rotation variation to control sheet thickness change in friction stir welding of magnesium alloys

    Article • January 2016, American Institute of Physics

    Professor Michela Simoncini, Prof. Livan Fratini

  80. An Innovative Friction Stir Welding Based Technique to Produce Dissimilar Light Alloys to Thermoplastic Matrix Composite Joints

    Article • Procedia Manufacturing, January 2016, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  81. Dissimilar Al/steel friction stir welding lap joints for automotive applications

    Article • January 2016, American Institute of Physics

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  82. Linear friction welding of dissimilar AA6082 and AA2011 aluminum alloys: microstructural characterization and design guidelines

    Article • International Journal of Material Forming, December 2015, Springer Science + Business Media

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  83. Dual phase titanium alloy hot forging process design: experiments and numerical modeling

    Article • Advances in Manufacturing, November 2015, Springer Science + Business Media

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  84. Phase evolution in hot forging of dual phase titanium alloys: Experiments and numerical analysis

    Article • Journal of Manufacturing Processes, October 2015, Elsevier

    Dr Andrea Ghiotti, Prof. Livan Fratini

  85. Shear coefficient determination in linear friction welding of aluminum alloys

    Article • Materials & Design, October 2015, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  86. Metallurgical Evolutions in Hot Forging of Dual Phase Titanium Alloys: Numerical Simulation and Experiments

    Article • Key Engineering Materials, July 2015, Trans Tech Publications

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  87. AZ31 magnesium alloy recycling through friction stir extrusion process

    Article • International Journal of Material Forming, July 2015, Springer Science + Business Media

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  88. Friction stir welding of dissimilar aluminium–magnesium joints: sheet mutual position effects

    Article • Science and Technology of Welding & Joining, March 2015, Taylor & Francis

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  89. Modeling of the Plastic Characteristics of AA6082 for the Friction Stir Welding Process

    Article • Key Engineering Materials, March 2015, Trans Tech Publications

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  90. Design of Numerical Simulations of Linear Friction Welding Processes: Issues and Difficulties

    Article • Key Engineering Materials, March 2015, Trans Tech Publications

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  91. On the Solid Bonding Phenomena in Linear Friction Welding and Accumulative Roll Bonding Processes: Numerical Simulation Insights

    Article • Key Engineering Materials, March 2015, Trans Tech Publications

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  92. Experimental and Numerical Analysis of Microstructure Evolution during Linear Friction Welding of Ti6Al4V

    Article • Procedia Manufacturing, January 2015, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  93. Analytical bonding criteria for joint integrity prediction in friction stir welding of aluminum alloys

    Article • Journal of Materials Processing Technology, October 2014, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  94. Effective Linear Friction Welding Machine Redesign through Process Analysis

    Article • Key Engineering Materials, September 2014, Trans Tech Publications

    Professor Achilles Vairis, Prof. Livan Fratini

  95. Beta-Forging of Ti6Al4V Titanium Alloy Powders Consolidated by HIP: Plastic Flow and Strain-Rate Relation

    Article • Materials Science Forum, May 2014, Trans Tech Publications

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  96. Experimental and Numerical Study on Linear Friction Welding of AA2011 Aluminum Alloy

    Article • Key Engineering Materials, May 2014, Trans Tech Publications

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  97. Using a neural network for qualitative and quantitative predictions of weld integrity in solid bonding dominated processes

    Article • Computers & Structures, April 2014, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  98. Friction Stir Welding as an Effective Alternative Technique for Light Structural Alloys Mixed Joints

    Article • Procedia Engineering, January 2014, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  99. Friction based Solid State Welding Techniques for Transportation Industry Applications

    Article • Procedia CIRP, January 2014, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  100. Influence of Geometrical Ratios in Forgeability of Complex Shapes during Hot Forging of Ti-6Al-4V Titanium Alloy

    Article • Procedia Engineering, January 2014, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  101. Influence of Joint Geometry on Micro and Macro Mechanical Properties of Friction Stir Spot Welded Joints

    Article • Procedia Engineering, January 2014, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  102. Micro and macro mechanical characterization of friction stir welded Ti–6Al–4V lap joints through experiments and numerical simulation

    Article • Journal of Materials Processing Technology, December 2013, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  103. Mechanical and microstructural characterization of friction stir welded skin and stringer joints

    Article • Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers Part B Journal of Engineering Manufacture, November 2013, SAGE Publications

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  104. FEM based prediction of phase transformations during Friction Stir Welding of Ti6Al4V titanium alloy

    Article • Materials Science and Engineering A, October 2013, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  105. Beta Forging of Ti-6Al-4V: Microstructure Evolution and Mechanical Properties

    Article • Key Engineering Materials, June 2013, Trans Tech Publications

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  106. Coupled Thermo-Mechanical-Metallurgical Analysis of an Hot Forging Process of Titanium Alloy

    Article • Key Engineering Materials, June 2013, Trans Tech Publications

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  107. Effect of Process Parameters on the Joint Integrity in Friction Stir Welding of Ti-6Al-4V Lap Joints

    Article • Key Engineering Materials, June 2013, Trans Tech Publications

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  108. Influence of Parameters in a Hybrid Joints (SPR/Bonded) GFRP-Aluminum

    Article • Key Engineering Materials, June 2013, Trans Tech Publications

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  109. Improving Formability in SPIF Processes through High Speed Rotating Tool: Experimental and Numerical Analysis

    Article • Key Engineering Materials, April 2013, Trans Tech Publications

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  110. Modelling Aspects in Accumulative Roll Bonding Process by Explicit Finite Element Analysis

    Article • Key Engineering Materials, April 2013, Trans Tech Publications

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  111. On the Field Variables Influence on Bonding Phenomena during FSW Processes: Experimental and Numerical Study

    Article • Key Engineering Materials, April 2013, Trans Tech Publications

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  112. Analysis of the mechanical performance of hybrid (SPR/bonded) single-lap joints between CFRP panels and aluminum blanks

    Article • International Journal of Adhesion and Adhesives, March 2013, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  113. Prediction of phase transformation of Ti-6Al-4V titanium alloy during hot-forging processes using a numerical model

    Article • Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers Part L Journal of Materials Design and Applications, February 2013, SAGE Publications

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  114. On tool stirring action in friction stir welding of work hardenable aluminium alloys

    Article • Science and Technology of Welding & Joining, February 2013, Taylor & Francis

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  115. Advanced numerical models for the thermo-mechanical-metallurgical analysis in hot forging processes

    Article • January 2013, American Institute of Physics

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  116. An Automated Visual Inspection System for the Classification of the Phases of Ti-6Al-4V Titanium Alloy

    Article • January 2013, Springer Science + Business Media

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  117. Dissimilar material lap joints by friction stir welding of steel and titanium sheets: Process modeling

    Article • January 2013, American Institute of Physics

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  118. Joining by plastic deformation

    Article • CIRP Annals, January 2013, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  119. On the linear friction welding process of aluminum alloys: Experimental insights through process monitoring

    Article • CIRP Annals, January 2013, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  120. Investigations on the linear friction welding process through numerical simulations and experiments

    Article • Materials & Design (1980-2015), September 2012, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  121. On the improvement of material formability in SPIF operation through tool stirring action

    Article • The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology, August 2012, Springer Science + Business Media

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  122. Mechanical and microstructural properties prediction by artificial neural networks in FSW processes of dual phase titanium alloys

    Article • Journal of Manufacturing Processes, August 2012, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  123. Fatigue behaviour of self-piercing riveting of aluminium blanks and carbon fibre composite panels

    Article • Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers Part L Journal of Materials Design and Applications, April 2012, SAGE Publications

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  124. Influence of the distance between rivets in self-piercing riveting bonded joints made of carbon fiber panels and AA2024 blanks

    Article • Materials & Design (1980-2015), March 2012, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  125. Experimental and Numerical Analysis on FSWed Magnesium Alloy Thin Sheets Obtained Using “Pin” and “Pinless” Tool

    Article • Key Engineering Materials, February 2012, Trans Tech Publications

    Professor Michela Simoncini, Prof. Livan Fratini

  126. Friction Based Solid State Welding Processes

    Article • Key Engineering Materials, February 2012, Trans Tech Publications

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  127. Process Mechanics in Friction Stir Welding of Magnesium Alloys: Experimental and Numerical Analysis

    Article • Key Engineering Materials, February 2012, Trans Tech Publications

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  128. On the self-piercing riveting of aluminium blanks and carbon fibre composite panels

    Article • International Journal of Material Forming, October 2011, Springer Science + Business Media

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  129. Factors Influencing Bonding Mechanics in FSW of AA5754

    Article • Key Engineering Materials, September 2011, Trans Tech Publications

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  130. Residual stresses in friction stir welded parts of complex geometry

    Article • The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology, July 2011, Springer Science + Business Media

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  131. Numerical procedure for residual stresses prediction in friction stir welding

    Article • Finite Elements in Analysis and Design, April 2011, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  132. Computer Aided Design of an Effective Fixture for FSW Processes of Titanium Alloys

    Article • Key Engineering Materials, March 2011, Trans Tech Publications

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  133. Shape Distortion and Thickness Distribution during SPIF Processes: Expermental and Numerical Analysis

    Article • Key Engineering Materials, March 2011, Trans Tech Publications

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  134. Fatigue strength of a single lap joint SPR-bonded

    Article • January 2011, American Institute of Physics

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  135. Numerical simulation of linear fiction welding (LFW) processes

    Article • January 2011, American Institute of Physics

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  136. On the Residual Stresses in Friction Stir-Welded Parts: Effect of the Geometry of the Joints

    Article • Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers Part L Journal of Materials Design and Applications, September 2010, SAGE Publications

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  137. Mechanical behaviour and failure modes of metal to composite adhesive joints for nautical applications

    Article • The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology, August 2010, Springer Science + Business Media

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  138. Improved FE model for simulation of friction stir welding of different materials

    Article • Science and Technology of Welding & Joining, April 2010, Taylor & Francis

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  139. A new friction stir welding based technique for corner fillet joints: experimental and numerical study

    Article • International Journal of Material Forming, April 2010, Springer Science + Business Media

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  140. Friction stir processing of Niti shape memory alloy: microstructural characterization

    Article • International Journal of Material Forming, April 2010, Springer Science + Business Media

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  141. Mechanical and metallurgical effects of in process cooling during friction stir welding of AA7075-T6 butt joints

    Article • Acta Materialia, April 2010, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  142. Numerical modelling of the linear friction welding process

    Article • International Journal of Material Forming, April 2010, Springer Science + Business Media

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  143. On the self-piercing riveting of aluminium blanks and carbon fibre composite panels

    Article • International Journal of Material Forming, April 2010, Springer Science + Business Media

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  144. A new fixture for FSW processes of titanium alloys

    Article • CIRP Annals, January 2010, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  145. Formability of Friction Stir Welded AZ31 Magnesium Alloy Sheets

    Article • Materials Science Forum, January 2010, Trans Tech Publications

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  146. Friction Stir Welding of Magnesium Alloys under Different Process Parameters

    Article • Materials Science Forum, January 2010, Trans Tech Publications

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  147. Analysis of Joint Quality along Welding Plane

    Article • Key Engineering Materials, December 2009, Trans Tech Publications

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  148. Towards Tool Path Numerical Simulation in Modified Friction Stir Spot Welding Processes

    Article • Advanced Materials Research, December 2009, Trans Tech Publications

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  149. On the FSW of AA2024-T4 and AA7075-T6 T-joints: an industrial case study

    Article • The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology, October 2009, Springer Science + Business Media

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  150. Using a neural network for predicting the average grain size in friction stir welding processes

    Article • Computers & Structures, September 2009, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  151. Friction stir welding of tailored joints for industrial applications

    Article • International Journal of Material Forming, August 2009, Springer Science + Business Media

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  152. Friction stir welding of lap joints: Influence of process parameters on the metallurgical and mechanical properties

    Article • Materials Science and Engineering A, August 2009, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  153. Influence of material characteristics on plastomechanics of the FSW process for T-joints

    Article • Materials & Design (1980-2015), August 2009, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  154. Residual stresses and FCP prediction in FSW through a continuous FE model

    Article • Journal of Materials Processing Technology, August 2009, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  155. On the slabbing of stones through diamond wire cutting operations

    Article • Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers Part C Journal of Mechanical Engineering Science, July 2009, SAGE Publications

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  156. Friction stir welding of steels: process design through continuum based FEM model

    Article • Science and Technology of Welding & Joining, April 2009, Taylor & Francis

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  157. A Neural Network Based Approach for the Design of FSW Processes

    Article • Key Engineering Materials, March 2009, Trans Tech Publications

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  158. Fatigue crack growth in 2024-T351 friction stir welded joints: Longitudinal residual stress and microstructural effects

    Article • International Journal of Fatigue, March 2009, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  159. Tool Geometry in Friction Stir Welding of Magnesium Alloy Sheets

    Article • Key Engineering Materials, March 2009, Trans Tech Publications

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  160. Wear Analysis during Friction Stir Processing of A359+20%SiC MMC

    Article • Key Engineering Materials, March 2009, Trans Tech Publications

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  161. A new approach to study material bonding in extrusion porthole dies

    Article • CIRP Annals, January 2009, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  162. Friction stir processing: Thermo-mechanical loads and consequent effects on the local material characteristics

    Article • Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers Part L Journal of Materials Design and Applications, December 2008, SAGE Publications

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  163. On the material flow in FSW of T-joints: Influence of geometrical and tecnological parameters

    Article • The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology, November 2008, Springer Science + Business Media

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  164. On the influence of tool path in friction stir spot welding of aluminum alloys

    Article • Journal of Materials Processing Technology, November 2008, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  165. In-process heat treatments to improve FS-welded butt joints

    Article • The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology, September 2008, Springer Science + Business Media

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  166. Self-piercing riveting for aluminium alloys-composites hybrid joints

    Article • The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology, August 2008, Springer Science + Business Media

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  167. Metallurgical Phenomena Modeling in Friction Stir Welding of Aluminium Alloys: Analytical Versus Neural Network Based Approaches

    Article • Journal of Engineering Materials and Technology, May 2008, ASME International

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  168. Mode I failure modeling of friction stir welding joints

    Article • The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology, April 2008, Springer Science + Business Media

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  169. Friction Stir Knead Welding of steel aluminium butt joints

    Article • International Journal of Machine Tools and Manufacture, April 2008, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  170. Material Flow in FSW of T-joints: Experimental and Numerical Analysis

    Article • International Journal of Material Forming, April 2008, Springer Science + Business Media

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  171. Numerical Simulation of Friction Stir Welding by Natural Element Methods

    Article • International Journal of Material Forming, April 2008, Springer Science + Business Media

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  172. Finite element studies on friction stir welding processes of tailored blanks

    Article • Computers & Structures, January 2008, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  173. On the thermo-mechanical loads and the resultant residual stresses in friction stir processing operations

    Article • CIRP Annals, January 2008, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  174. CDRX modelling in friction stir welding of AA7075-T6 aluminum alloy: Analytical approaches

    Article • Journal of Materials Processing Technology, August 2007, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  175. Experimental Characterization of FSW T-Joints of Light Alloys

    Article • July 2007, CrossRef Test Account

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  176. Incremental Forming Process for the Accomplishment of Automotive Details

    Article • July 2007, CrossRef Test Account

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  177. Investigations on the Mechanical Properties and Formability of Friction Stir Welded Tailored Blanks

    Article • July 2007, CrossRef Test Account

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  178. Tool Path Design in Friction Stir Spot Welding of AA6082-T6 Aluminum Alloys

    Article • July 2007, CrossRef Test Account

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  179. Friction stir spot welding of AA6082-T6: Influence of the most relevant process parameters and comparison with classic mechanical fastening techniques

    Article • Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers Part B Journal of Engineering Manufacture, July 2007, SAGE Publications

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  180. Friction Stir Welding Lap Joint Resistance Optimization Through Gradient Techniques

    Article • Journal of Manufacturing Science and Engineering, June 2007, ASME International

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  181. Improving friction stir welding of blanks of different thicknesses

    Article • Materials Science and Engineering A, June 2007, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  182. Continuous dynamic recrystallization phenomena modelling in friction stir welding of aluminium alloys: A neural-network-based approach

    Article • Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers Part B Journal of Engineering Manufacture, May 2007, SAGE Publications

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  183. Measuring of Geometrical Precision of Some parts Obtained by Asymmetric Incremental Forming Process After Trimming

    Article • January 2007, American Institute of Physics

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  184. Meshless Simulation of Friction Stir Welding

    Article • January 2007, American Institute of Physics

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  185. Numerical Prediction Of Elastic Springback In An Automotive Complex Structural Part

    Article • January 2007, American Institute of Physics

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  186. The Relevance Of The Preform Design In Coining Processes Of Cupronickel Alloy

    Article • January 2007, American Institute of Physics

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  187. Springback effect evaluation in three-dimensional stamping processes at the varying of blankholder force

    Article • Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers Part B Journal of Engineering Manufacture, November 2006, SAGE Publications

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  188. Design of Experiments for the Optimization the Process Parameters of Thixotropic Aluminum Alloy

    Article • October 2006, CrossRef Test Account

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  189. Material flow in FSW of AA7075–T6 butt joints: numerical simulations and experimental verifications

    Article • Science and Technology of Welding & Joining, July 2006, Taylor & Francis

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  190. Forming of aluminum foam sandwich panels: Numerical simulations and experimental tests

    Article • Journal of Materials Processing Technology, July 2006, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  191. On microstructural phenomena occurring in friction stir welding of aluminium alloys

    Article • Journal of Materials Processing Technology, July 2006, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  192. Solid state bonding in extrusion and FSW: Process mechanics and analogies

    Article • Journal of Materials Processing Technology, July 2006, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  193. AA6082-T6 Friction Stir Welded Joints Fatigue Resistance: Influence of Process Parameters

    Article • Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers Part B Journal of Engineering Manufacture, June 2006, SAGE Publications

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  194. Local Mechanical and Morphological Characterization of Friction Stir-Welded Butt Joints

    Article • Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers Part B Journal of Engineering Manufacture, June 2006, SAGE Publications

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  195. An analysis of through-thickness residual stresses in aluminium FSW butt joints

    Article • International Journal of Machine Tools and Manufacture, May 2006, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  196. Friction Stir Welding of AA6082-T6 T-joints: Process Engineering and Performance Measurement

    Article • Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers Part B Journal of Engineering Manufacture, May 2006, SAGE Publications

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  197. A continuum based fem model for friction stir welding—model development

    Article • Materials Science and Engineering A, March 2006, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  198. Design of the friction stir welding tool using the continuum based FEM model

    Article • Materials Science and Engineering A, March 2006, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  199. Material Flow in FSW of AA7075-T6 Butt Joints: Continuous Dynamic Recrystallization Phenomena

    Article • Journal of Engineering Materials and Technology, February 2006, ASME International

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  200. A technical note on an experimental device to measure friction coefficient in sheet metal forming

    Article • Journal of Materials Processing Technology, February 2006, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  201. Friction Stir Welding of Tailored Blanks: Investigation on Process Feasibility

    Article • CIRP Annals, January 2006, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  202. CDRX modelling in friction stir welding of aluminium alloys

    Article • International Journal of Machine Tools and Manufacture, August 2005, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  203. Influence of some relevant process parameters on the dimensional accuracy in incremental forming: a numerical and experimental investigation

    Article • Journal of Materials Processing Technology, November 2004, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  204. Innovative sheet metal forming processes: numerical simulations and experimental tests

    Article • Journal of Materials Processing Technology, July 2004, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  205. Damage and fracture study of cold extrusion dies

    Article • Engineering Fracture Mechanics, May 2004, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  206. Comparison of analytical methods and AI tools for material characterisation in hot forming

    Article • Journal of Materials Processing Technology, September 2002, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  207. A modified moiré technique for three-dimensional surface topography

    Article • Measurement Science and Technology, March 2002, Institute of Physics Publishing

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  208. The application of AI techniques in the optimal design of multi-pass cold drawing processes

    Article • Journal of Materials Processing Technology, June 2001, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  209. An Optical Technique for Springback Measurement in Axisymmetrical Deep Drawing Operations

    Article • Journal of Manufacturing Processes, January 2001, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini, Professor Zabih (Fary) Ghassemlooy

  210. Prediction of Ductile Fractures Occurrence in Deep Drawing of Square Boxes

    Article • CIRP Annals, January 1996, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  211. An Explicit Model for the Thermal-Mechanical Analysis of Hot Metal Forming Processes

    Article • CIRP Annals, January 1995, Elsevier

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  212. Friction Stir Welding: A Solid State Joining Process

    Article • Springer Science + Business Media

    Prof. Livan Fratini

  213. Influence of Process Parameters for Thixotropic Alloys

    Article • Springer Science + Business Media

    Prof. Livan Fratini