About this Abstract |
| Meeting |
2026 TMS Annual Meeting & Exhibition
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| Symposium
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Aluminum Alloys: Development and Manufacturing
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| Presentation Title |
Investigation of Mechanical Properties and Structural Integrity of Al-Mg-Si Aluminum Profiles for Automotive Components |
| Author(s) |
Irem Yaren Siyah, Tunahan Ciftci, Ibrahim Bat, Gorkem Ozcelik |
| On-Site Speaker (Planned) |
Irem Yaren Siyah |
| Abstract Scope |
Aluminum alloys from the Al-Mg-Si system are widely used in the automotive industry due to their combination of strength, formability, and corrosion resistance. Extruded aluminum profiles are increasingly employed in structural components where weight reduction and crashworthiness are paramount. This study investigates the mechanical properties and structural integrity of aluminum profiles for critical automotive components. Two alloys were selected and tested under tensile, three-point bending, compression loading to assess their performance. The objective was to evaluate strength characteristics essential for structural integrity in automotive applications. Welded-bent profiles were comparatively analyzed. While welding often leads to reduced mechanical strength and additional material, bending provides a more cost-effective and time-efficient alternative that maintains or even enhances structural integrity. Experimental tests, supporting simulations were performed to validate the findings. The results highlight the advantages of employing bending over welding in manufacturing structural automotive parts, offering potential for improved performance, reduced weight,lower production costs. |
| Proceedings Inclusion? |
Planned: Light Metals |
| Keywords |
Aluminum, Mechanical Properties, Modeling and Simulation |