The fabrication process that is used to join materials such as metals
and thermoplastics is referred to as welding. In this sculptural
process, heat is used to melt the parts and left to cool that ultimately
causes fusion. Various energy sources are used for welding, the most
common of them are gas flame, an electric arc, an electron beam,
friction and ultrasound. Shielding metal arc welding, flux-cored arc
welding, submerged arc welding, electroslag welding, gas metal arc
welding and gas tungsten arc welding are the most commonly used welding
methods. Significant precautions should be made to avoid injuries during
welding such as electric shock, inhalation of poisonous gases and fumes,
burns, and intense ultraviolet radiation. The topics included in this
book on welding are of utmost significance and bound to provide
incredible insights to readers. Different approaches, evaluations and
methodologies on various techniques of welding have been included
herein. Coherent flow of topics, student-friendly language and extensive
use of examples make this book an invaluable source of knowledge.