Laser overlap joining from copper to aluminum and analysis of failure zone

Joining of copper and aluminum sheets are very crucial for battery application. When joining from copper sheet, keyhole mode of welding is essential to overcome the reflectivity and melting threshold of copper. However, in dissimilar material interaction the resulting intermetallic (IMC) phases are brittle, which result in reduced performance.This paper analyses the joint with laser beam irradiated from the copper side (Cu on top). The idea is to distribute the intermetallic compounds inside the joint to obtain a ductile behavior. The zones of failure and the distribution of the intermetallic phase is studied. The microstructural analysis of the fusion zone and mechanical strength of the joint are presented.