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D.H. Lammlein PhD Dissertation - Vanderbilt University

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Figure 30: Blind t-joint setup with squared gap (1/8”x1/8”) in clamps<br />

(tracked configuration).<br />

Figure 31: Blind type t-joint setup with no gap in clamps (untracked configuration).<br />

For the untracked configuration, two test welds were performed during which the<br />

tool lateral position was adjusted in step movements. In the first weld the tool begins<br />

offset to the advancing side and ends on the retreating side. A second weld was<br />

performed with an initial retreating side offset and final advancing side offset. This<br />

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