1. Joining By: Skylar Baugher

2. Joining Examples ► Welding ► Brazing ► Soldering ► Diffusion Bonding ► Adhesive Bonding

3. Joining Methods ► Particular design requirements ► Suggest a particular joining technique. ► Assembly ► Automation ► Fastener Selection

4. Joining Methods Cont. ► Bolting is a common fastening method ► Welding reduces assembly weight ► Joint designs differ greatly

5. Welding ► Cost effective way to fabricate. ► Doesn’t require overlapping materials. ► Eliminates excess weight caused by fastening.

6. Welding cont. ► Fasteners don’t have to be bought ► Aren’t kept in inventory ► Can reduce costs

7. Joint Designs ► Load conditions ► Assembly efficiency ► Operating environment ► Overhaul and maintenance ► Materials used

8. Welded Joints ► They distribute operating stresses evenly ► Design affects the welding process ► Design permits excellent welding performance

9. Joining Methods without Fasteners ► Adhesives ► Welding ► Brazing ► Soldering ► Clinching ► Injected Metal Assembly

10. References ► http://engineershandbook.com/MfgMethods /fastening&joining.htm 2004 Rod Ramsdale http://engineershandbook.com/MfgMethods /fastening&joining.htm http://engineershandbook.com/MfgMethods /fastening&joining.htm