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1 – 10 of 11The purpose of this study is to investigate the boundary conditions between objective overqualification and perceived overqualification. In addition, we aim to investigate the…
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Purpose
The purpose of this study is to investigate the boundary conditions between objective overqualification and perceived overqualification. In addition, we aim to investigate the mediation patterns between objective overqualification, perceived overqualification and job satisfaction.
Design/methodology/approach
A two-wave survey was conducted with 382 new entrants of job market. Data was analyzed with Process 3.5 in SPSS 26.0 to test the hypothesized moderated mediation model.
Findings
Results indicated that perceived overqualification fully mediated the relationship between objective overqualification and job satisfaction. In addition, the relationship between objective overqualification and perceived overqualification was significant unless employees perceived high internal employment opportunities but low external employment opportunities at the same time. Same moderating pattern was also evident in the indirect effect of objective overqualification? Perceived overqualification? Job satisfaction.
Research limitations/implications
This study has theoretical and practical implications for personnel management. Theoretically, this study contributed to the understanding of the relationship between objective overqualification and perceived overqualification. Practically, this study found that offering internal employment opportunities can mitigate the perception of overqualification when employees perceive limited external employment opportunities.
Originality/value
This is one of few studies that stressed the boundary conditions between objective overqualification and perceived overqualification under the framework of relative deprivation theory. In addition, this study provided time-lagged evidence of the relationship between objective overqualification, perceived overqualification and job satisfaction.
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Shangyong Tang, Guilan Wang, Hao Song, Runsheng Li and Haiou Zhang
Modeling and control of bead geometry in wire and arc additive manufacturing is significant as it affects the whole manufacturing process. The purpose of this paper is to…
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Purpose
Modeling and control of bead geometry in wire and arc additive manufacturing is significant as it affects the whole manufacturing process. The purpose of this paper is to establish an efficient model to control the bead geometry with fewer experiments in wire and arc additive manufacturing (WAAM).
Design/methodology/approach
A multi-sensor system is established to monitor the process parameters and measure the bead geometry information. A dynamic parameters experimental method is proposed for rapid modeling without dozens of experiments. A deep learning method is used for bead modeling and control. To adaptively control the bead geometry in real-time, a closed-loop control system was developed based on the bead model and in situ monitoring.
Findings
A series of experiments were conducted to train, test and verify the feasibility of the method and system, and the results showed that the proposed method can build the bead model rapidly with high precision, and the closed-loop system can control the forming geometry adaptively.
Originality/value
The proposed modeling method is novel as the experiment number is reduced. The dynamic parameters experimental method is effective with high precision. The closed-loop control system can control the bead geometry in real-time. The forming accuracy is elevated.
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Shangyong Tang, Guilan Wang, Cheng Huang, Runsheng Li, Siyu Zhou and Haiou Zhang
The modeling and optimization of a weld bead in the middle of the weld are often simple, as the forming process is dynamically balanced. However, the arc striking (AS) and arc…
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The modeling and optimization of a weld bead in the middle of the weld are often simple, as the forming process is dynamically balanced. However, the arc striking (AS) and arc extinguishing (AE) areas of weld beads are generally abnormal because the dynamic processes at these areas are unstable. The purpose of this paper is to investigate the abnormal areas of the weld bead with optimization modeling methods in wire and arc additive manufacturing (WAAM).
Design/methodology/approach
A burning-back method was proposed to fill the slanted plane in the AE area. To optimize the welding parameters and obtain the optimal design, a response surface methodology was proposed to build the relationships between the input parameters and response variables.
Findings
The proposed burning-back method could fill the slanted plane in the AE area. Second-order models of abnormal areas were developed and the optimization effects were analyzed. The experimental results indicated that the relationship models at both ends were applicable and preferable for the optimization of weld beads.
Originality/value
In this paper, a burning-back method was proposed to optimize the slanted plane in the AE area. Second-order models of abnormal areas were established. The methods and models were preferable in the optimization of the abnormal areas in WAAM.
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Xushan Zhao, Yuanxun Wang, Haiou Zhang, Runsheng Li, Xi Chen and Youheng Fu
This paper aims to summarize the influence law of hybrid deposited and micro-rolling (HDMR) technology on the bead morphology and overlapping coefficient. A better bead topology…
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Purpose
This paper aims to summarize the influence law of hybrid deposited and micro-rolling (HDMR) technology on the bead morphology and overlapping coefficient. A better bead topology positively supports the overlapping deposited in multi-beads between layers while actively assisting the subsequent layer's deposition in the wire and arc additive manufacturing (WAAM). Hybrid-deposited and micro-rolling (HDMR) additive manufacturing (AM) technology can smooth the weld bead for improved surface quality. However, the micro-rolling process will change the weld bead profile fitting curve to affect the overlapping coefficient.
Design/methodology/approach
Weld bead contours for WAAM and HDMR were extracted using line lasers. A comparison of bead profile curves was conducted to determine the influence law of micro-zone rolling on the welding bead contour and fitting curve. Aiming at the optimized overlapping coefficient of weld bead in HDMR AM, the optimal HDMR overlapping coefficient curve was proposed which varies with the reduction based on the best surface flatness. The mathematical model for overlapping in HDMR was checked by comparing the HDMR weld bead contours under different rolling reductions.
Findings
A fitting function of the bead forming by HDMR AM was proposed based on the law of conservation of mass. The change rule of the HDMR weld bead overlapping spacing with the degree of weld bead rolling reduction was generated using the flat-top transition calculation for this model. Considering the damming-up impact of the first bead, the overlapping coefficient was examined for its effect on layer surface flatness.
Originality/value
Using the predicted overlapping model, the optimal overlapping coefficients for different rolling reductions can be achieved without experiments. These conclusions can encourage the development of HDMR technology.
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Ruizhe Wang, Runsheng Li, Guilan Wang, Mingbo Zhang, Jianwu Huang, Hang Lin and Haiou Zhang
Wire and arc additive manufacturing (WAAM) technology-based cold metal transfer (CMT) to produce large aluminum alloy parts has become more and more popular. In WAAM, wire is the…
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Wire and arc additive manufacturing (WAAM) technology-based cold metal transfer (CMT) to produce large aluminum alloy parts has become more and more popular. In WAAM, wire is the only raw material. The purpose of this paper is to study the effect of wire composition on the microstructure and properties of the ZAlCu5MnCdVA alloy deposited by WAAM.
Design/methodology/approach
Two thin-walled ZAlCu5MnCdVA alloys with different wire compositions were prepared by WAAM. The copper contents were 4.7% (Al-4.7Cu) and 5.0% (Al-5.0Cu), respectively. The microstructure, element distribution and evolution of precipitated phases of the two samples were characterized and analyzed by optical microscopy, scanning electron microscopy and transmission electron microscopy. Hardness and tensile properties of samples were tested, and strengthening mechanism was analyzed in detail.
Findings
The results show that grain sizes of Al-4.7Cu and Al-5.0Cu are less than 40 μm. The average mass fraction of Cu in Al matrix and the number of nanometer scale θ'' and θ' phases are the main factors affecting the tensile properties of Al-Cu alloy. Tensile properties of two materials show different characteristics at room temperature and high temperature. Al-5.0Cu is better at room temperature and Al-4.7Cu is better at high temperature. The yield strength (YS), ultimate tensile strength (UTS) and elongation in the x direction of Al-5.0Cu at room temperature are 451 ± 10.2 MPa, 486 ± 10.2 MPa and 9 ± 0.5%, respectively. The YS, UTS and elongation in the x direction of Al-4.7Cu at high temperature are 290 ± 4.5 MPa, 356 ± 7.0 MPa and 13% ± 0.2%, respectively.
Originality/value
Experiments show that the increase of Cu element can improve the properties at room temperature of the ZAlCu5MnCdVA alloy by WAAM, but its properties at high temperature decrease.
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Xushan Zhao, Yuanxun Wang, Guilan Wang, Runsheng Li and Haiou Zhang
This paper aims to summarize the influence law of hybrid deposited and micro-rolling (HDMR) technology on the shaping strain and residual stress. And the rolling parameters…
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Purpose
This paper aims to summarize the influence law of hybrid deposited and micro-rolling (HDMR) technology on the shaping strain and residual stress. And the rolling parameters combination was further optimized to guide the actual production.
Design/methodology/approach
This paper proposed a three-dimensional coupled thermo-mechanical model of the HDMR process. The validated model is used to investigate the influences of rolling parameters on stress and plastic strain (the distance between the energy source and roller [De–r], the rolling compression [cr] and the friction coefficient [fr]). The orthogonal optimization of three factors and three levels was carried out. The influence of rolling parameters on the plastic strain and residual stress is analyzed.
Findings
The simulation results show that HDMR technology can effectively increase the shaping strain of the weld bead and reduce the residual tensile stress on the weld bead surface. Furthermore, the influence of rolling parameters on stress and strain is obtained by orthogonal analysis, and the corresponding optimal combination is proposed. Also, the rolling temperature significantly affects the residual stress, and the rolling reduction has a substantial effect on the plastic deformation.
Research limitations/implications
Owing to the choice of research methods, this paper failed to study microstructure evolution.
Originality/value
This paper provides a reference principle for the optimal selection of rolling parameters in HDMR.
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Xi Chen, Youheng Fu, Fanrong Kong, Runsheng Li, Yu Xiao, Jiannan Hu and Haiou Zhang
The major problem that limits the widespread use of WAAM technology is the forming quality. However, most of the current research focuses on post-process detections that are…
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The major problem that limits the widespread use of WAAM technology is the forming quality. However, most of the current research focuses on post-process detections that are time-consuming, expensive and destructive. This paper aims to achieve the on-line detection and classification of the common defects, including hump, deposition collapse, deviation, internal pore and surface slag inclusion.
Design/methodology/approach
This paper proposes an in-process multi-feature data fusion nondestructive testing method based on the temperature field of the WAAM process. A thermal imager is used to collect the temperature data of the deposition layer in real-time. Efficient processing methods are proposed in this paper, such as the temperature stack algorithm, width extraction algorithm and a classification model based on a residual neural network. Some features closely related to the forming quality were extracted, containing the profile image and width curve of the deposition layer and abnormal temperature features in longitudinal and cross-sections. These features are used to achieve the detection and classification of defects.
Findings
Thermal non-destructive testing is a potentially superior technology for in-process detection in the industrial field. Based on the temperature field, extracting the most relevant features of the defect information is crucial. This paper pushes current infrared (IR) monitoring methods toward real-time detection and proposes an in-process multi-feature data fusion non-destructive testing method based on the temperature field of the WAAM process.
Originality/value
In this paper, the single-layer and multi-layer WAAM samples are preset with various defects, such as hump, deposition collapse, deviation, pore and slag inclusion. A multi-feature nondestructive testing methodology is proposed to realize the in-process detection and classification of the defects. A temperature stack algorithm is proposed, which improves the detection accuracy of profile change and solves the problem of uneven temperature from arc striking to arc extinguishing. The combination of residual neural network greatly improves the accuracy and efficiency of detection.
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Fusheng Dai, Haiou Zhang and Runsheng Li
The study aims to fabricate large metal components with overhangs built on cylindrical or conical surfaces with a high dimensional precision. It proposes methods to address the…
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Purpose
The study aims to fabricate large metal components with overhangs built on cylindrical or conical surfaces with a high dimensional precision. It proposes methods to address the problems of generating tool-paths on cylindrical or conical surfaces simply and precisely, and planning the welding process on these developable surfaces.
Design/methodology/approach
The paper presents the algorithm of tool-paths planning on conical surfaces using a parametric slicing equation and a spatial mapping method and deduces the algorithm of five-axis transformation by addressing the rotating question of two sequential points. The welding process is investigated with a regression fitting model on a flat surface, and experimented on a conical surface, which can be flattened onto a flat surface.
Findings
The paper provides slicing and path-mapping expressions for cylindrical and conical surfaces and a curvature-speed-width (CSW) model for wire and arc additive manufacturing to improve the surface appearances. The path-planning method and CSW model can be applied in the five-axis fabrication of the prototype of an underwater thruster. The CSW model has a confidence coefficient of 98.02% and root mean squared error of 0.2777 mm. The reverse measuring of the finished blades shows the residual deformation: an average positive deformation of about 0.5546 mm on one side of the blades and an average negative deformation of about −0.4718 mm on the other side.
Research limitations/implications
Because of the chosen research approach, the research results may lack generalizability for the fabrication based on arbitrary surfaces.
Originality/value
This paper presented an integrated slicing, tool-path planning and welding process planning method for five-axis wire and arc additive manufacturing.
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Jianyun Hou, Xuexi Huo and Runsheng Yin
The purpose of this paper is to explore the impact of using computers to obtain information on the farm household’s production and consumption based on a field survey of farm…
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Purpose
The purpose of this paper is to explore the impact of using computers to obtain information on the farm household’s production and consumption based on a field survey of farm households in the northern China.
Design/methodology/approach
The most important methods applied are instrumental variable (IV) method and propensity score matching (PSM) method. Estimators of IV, PSM and nearest neighborhood matching approaches are considered together to check the robustness of empirical results.
Findings
This paper careful impact evaluation results suggest that the use of computer not only improves the size of arable land rented in but also reduces family labor input intensity and the probability of selling agricultural outputs at farm-gate markets. Moreover, it also stimulates transportation, garment, housing and insurance expenditures per capita.
Research limitations/implications
The database of this research comprises cross-section data, which does not support a cross-time comparison.
Practical implications
These results imply that it is vital to expand the coverage of computer use in rural areas. This may suggest that the importance of improving computer access is crucial for stimulating rural consumption increase. Furthermore, the need for the expansion of internet network coverage in western areas is also of importance.
Originality/value
First, the authors directly estimate computer usage impacts on a broader range of production and consumption indicators by including land-relative investments, variable investments, labor input and household’s expenditure and provide rigorous impact evaluations on the impact of access to computer. Second, the authors use IV and PSM methods to correct self-selection bias, going beyond the single equation approach in other studies. This enables us to identify the causal relationship between computer usage and farmer’s production and consumption decisions.
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Runsheng Li, Haiou Zhang, Fusheng Dai, Cheng Huang and Guilan Wang
Large-scale aircraft parts usually with many frame features, which consist of intersections. Profile and tensile properties of junctions in wire and arc additive manufacturing…
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Large-scale aircraft parts usually with many frame features, which consist of intersections. Profile and tensile properties of junctions in wire and arc additive manufacturing (WAAM) are significantly affected by path strategies. The purpose of this paper is to propose a novel path strategy for intersections in WAAM and compare it with commonly used ones.
Design/methodology/approach
Three typical intersections including T crossing (TC), square crossing (SC) and arbitrary-angle crossing (AAC) were built up with two commonly used path strategies (parallel and oscillation) and a proposed method named end lateral extension (ELE) which extends the weld track along the crossed direction. A robotic system and cold metal transfer (CMT) process were used to deposit Al-6.3Cu (2319) alloy. The profile of the bead was scanned by laser vision sensor. Tightened ratio (r), inter-layer height increment (Δh) and deviation to the fitting plane (df) are calculated based on the point cloud. Tensile tests were done for all built intersections.
Findings
Comparison to the commonly used path strategies, the proposed ELE method eliminated the tightened defects at the intersection, achieved a more stable inter-layer height increment (Δh) and improved the profile quality with a lower deviation to the fitting plane (df). Tensile tests show that the proposed strategy has exhibited favorable tensile properties.
Originality/value
In this paper, a novel path strategy named ELE is proposed, which provides a new path choice for fabricating intersections by WAAM.
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