Principles of adhesive bonding

摘要: Adhesive bonding has found applications in various areas, from high technology industries such as aeronautics, aerospace, electronics, and automotive to traditional industries such as construction. This chapter explains the advantages and disadvantages of using the adhesive bonding compared to other methods of joining. In order to design structural adhesive joints in engineering structures, it is necessary to be able to analyze them. Adhesively bonded joints may be exposed to various environmental conditions during their service life. The chapter tabulates some typical test methods used to evaluate the performance of adhesives and adhesive joints. Besides the selection of an appropriate adhesive, the performance of an adhesively bonded joint depends on the preparation of the adherends, mixing and application of the adhesive, joint assembly, and the curing process. The chapter examines the key …