This book offers a systematic overview of polymer joining and highlights the experimental and numerical work currently being pursued to devise possible strategies to overcome the technical issues.
Introduction to Polymer Science.- Contemporary Issues on Thermoplastics Welding.- Polymer Welding Techniques.- Ultrasonic Welding of Polymers.- Characterization Adopted for Polymer Welding.- Case Studies.- Data Acquisition and Optimization Techniquies for USW.- Conclusions.- Appendix.