Surface Energy
November 13, 2018
Surface energy and surface tension play important roles in adhesive bonding. Surface energy can be used to estimate a substrate’s receptivity to adhesives while surface tension can be used to estimate an adhesive’s ability to flow over a substrate. This flowing is also called “wetting” or “wet-out” and is an important part of choosing the … Continue reading
Aluminum Bonding
September 4, 2018
Aluminum is the most abundant metal on the face of the planet. Its high strength-to-weight ratio, corrosion resistance, and range of alloy properties has made it one of the most useful engineering materials. Aluminum alloys can be found in industries ranging from electronics to automotive to aerospace and beyond. Although many of its properties are … Continue reading
