Technology file
Friction pulse bonding
| Test-bed FPB equipment at TWI | |
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- a novel, friction-based welding process which produces strong joints without melting |
Expertise
TWI is the world's leading innovator of joining techniques, generating new opportunities for improved design and manufacturing efficiency. Friction pulse bonding (FPB) is suitable for small-scale components, and successful applications have included:- seam welding of aluminium & copper
- joining copper wires to connectors & terminals
- joining wires without insulation removal
Resource
- test-bed FPB equipment for feasibility studies & process development
- background knowledge of FPB process & its capabilities
- metallurgical support services
- wide range of joint testing & analysis facilities
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