Friction stir welding (FSW) is not necessarily a new welding process, but the implementation of it was slowed significantly ...

Medical devices use a variety of metal components that are often welded to form a secure and permanent bond. Options available for welding processes are limited because of certain constraints such as ...

Copper remains one of the most challenging materials to process in modern manufacturing. Its high thermal conductivity and extreme reflectivity often baffle traditional welding methods. Conventional ...

In EU project ALBATROSS, Fraunhofer IWS has developed battery housing for E-vehicles. Laser processes with dynamic beam shaping create stable joints even in challenging material combinations. Recent ...