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Welding of plastics with high power diode lasers

Brian G. Bryden (Warwick Manufacturing Group, International Manufacturing Centre, The University of Warwick, Coventry CV4 7AL, UK. Tel: +44 24 765 72623; Fax: +44 24 765 24307; E‐mail: b.g.bryden@Warwick.ac.uk; Web site: www.herfurth‐laser.co.uk)

Industrial Robot

ISSN: 0143-991x

Article publication date: 1 February 2004

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Abstract

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‐contact process that can encapsulate sensitive electronic housings without damage. This is described in an electronic throttle assembly case study.

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Bryden, B.G. (2004), "Welding of plastics with high power diode lasers", Industrial Robot, Vol. 31 No. 1, pp. 30-33. https://doi.org/10.1108/01439910410511975

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Emerald Group Publishing Limited

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