Brief Introduction Into Metal Bonding Techniques.

In this continuation and conclusion of an article series the following subject headings are presented and discussed - surface preparation for adhesive bonding and joint design considerations; mechanical and chemical treatments of metal surfaces with particular attention to surface preparation of steel, aluminum, copper, rubber, ceramic and glass, concrete, wood and plastics. Practical execution of bonding is presented and testing techniques used for evaluation of adhesive bonds are indicated. Thermal resistance of adhesives.