Laser Surface Modification and Adhesion [Hardcover]

The book provides a unique overview on laser techniques and applications for the purpose of improving adhesion by altering surface chemistry and topography/morphology of the substrate. It details laser surface modification techniques for a wide range of industrially relevant materials (plastics, metals, ceramics, composites) with the aim to improve and enhance their adhesion to other materials. The joining of different materials is of critical importance in the fabrication of many and varied products.

Preface xv

Part 1: Laser Surface Treatment/Modification to Enhance Adhesion

1 Nd:YAG Laser Surface Treatment of Various Materials to Enhance Adhesion 3
A. Buchman, M. Rotel and H. Dodiuk-Kenig

1.1 Introduction 4

1.2 Methodology 13

1.3 Experimental 13

1.4 Results 17

1.5 Conclusions 49

References 51

2 Effects of Excimer Laser Treatment on Self-Adhesion Strength of Some Commodity (PS, PP) and Engineering (ABS) Plastics 55
Erol Sancaktar, Hui Lu and Nongnard Sunthonpagasit

2.1 Introduction 56

2.2 Background and Literature Survey 56

2.3 Ultrasonic Welding of Thermoplastics 65

2.4 Experimental Procedures 71

2.5 Results and Discussion 74

2.6 Summary and Conclusions 94

References 97

3 Laser Surface Pre-Treatment of Carbon Fiber-Reinforced Plastics (CFRPs) for Adhesive Bonding 103
F. Fischer, S. Kreling and K. Dilger

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