High‐powered diode lasers are becoming increasingly used in manufacturing for transmission welding of thermoplastic … materials. This process can replace many of the traditional techniques such as ultrasonic welding. Benefits include being a non …

has pioneered the application of 3D laser trimming and welding of stainless steel and other difficult‐to‐process pressings …

The current state in the application of lasers for cutting and welding is reviewed. Most cutting operations are … trim shapes and low volume panel production at a sub‐contract toolmaker is described. Robots are mainly used with lasers … for welding, particularly of vehicle body components where laser welds are found to be advantageous in reducing material …

Reviews the Essen Schweissen und Schneiden cutting and welding trade show, assesses the latest developments in remote … laser welding technology, identifies mounting trend for electric servo guns to replace pneumatic welding guns, reports on … growing interest in aluminium welding and outlines the different solutions proposed.  …

Discusses the application of robots for automated welding and bonding in manufacturing industry, and the part that …

(SPRs), self‐tapping screws, MIG welding and adhesives. Findings – The use of SPRs and self‐tapping screws are proving …/implications – The introduction of SPRs and self‐tapping screws, adhesive bonding and MIG welding of cosmetic aluminium skin panels is …‐tapping screws to join aluminium components. ABB robots are also used for body shell inspection and MIG welding aluminum skin panels.  …

the robot or handling machine controller. The initial application was as an arc welding tracking system but has expanded …