The long-term performance of a bonded joint is influenced by the properties of the adhesive itself as well as exposure to factors like water, or chemicals.
When is it worth destroying a device to understand it? This article examines how destructive physical analysis resolves structural uncertainty in FA.
Abstract: In this study, porous Cu and Sn-based solder were employed as bonding materials for transient liquid phase (TLP) bonding. The high specific surface area of porous Cu facilitated rapid ...
One of the recurring themes in this column over the past few years has been the development of new test methods for sandwich composites. This is primarily a result of the opportunities I’ve had to ...
President, Wyoming Test Fixtures Inc. In addition to providing increased strength properties, fiber-reinforced CMCs exhibit markedly improved toughness and damage tolerance compared to traditional ...
ABSTRACT: Expansive soils, prone to being influenced by the environmental conditions, undergo expansion when water is introduced and shrinkage upon drying. This persistent volumetric fluctuation can ...
Lightweight structures and multi-material assemblies are of great interest to the automotive industry. However, joining dissimilar materials poses a challenge. Conventional joining methods, such as ...