INSTRUMENTATION • ELECTRONICS


Electrical connectors Katherine Nowill unveils the many advantages of friction welding


CRITICAL APPLICATIONS TRANSFORMED


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riction welding is a solid-state joining process that creates an industrial bond between two materials through the


application of heat and pressure. It involves rotating or rubbing one component against another under pressure, which in turn generates frictional heat at the interface. This heat softens the parent materials, allowing them to forge together as the rotational/linear motion ceases and pressure is applied. Once the materials cool, they form a solid, metallurgically


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bonded joint. Compared to traditional


manufacturing methods, the parent materials being joined do not melt during the welding process. Instead, they are softened to a plastic state, allowing for the creation of a strong bond: minimal distortion and residual stresses in the welded components deliver a superior quality of weld, and a higher quality of product. But the features and benefits


of rotary friction welding extend beyond the product. Cost


savings, sustainability and speed of manufacture are also key considerations for manufacturers who utilise the process. Here are just some…


PRODUCT INTEGRITY Friction welding produces high- quality joints with minimal defects. The process generates intense heat localised at the weld interface, ensuring metallurgical integrity and structural consistency. This results in components with superior strength, durability, and reliability, crucial


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