Advances in vibration welding technology
The primary objective of this paper is to focus attention on recent major advances in vibration welding technology which directly apply to the automotive industry. Breakthroughs in large part welding capabilities, combined with product improvements, now extend the range of current joining possibilities, opening the way for new and innovative automotive product design. Welding reinforcements up to 50'' (127cm) long, to an all plastic bumper, has become a reality with the development of a large part vibration welder (LPVW). Currently in production, this new technology and equipment can also be applied to other large part applications, such as welding structural or support members onto large exterior components, i.e.: hood and trunk lids, quarter panels, valence panels and spoilers. Improvements in standard sized welders such as advanced process controls and built-in flexibility will offer significant gains in weld quality, automation, adaptation and overall productivity.
- OSTI ID:
- 5821715
- Report Number(s):
- SAE-TP-840850
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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