cold welding
"Cold welding" is a unique technique that allows metals to join without heat, relying solely on pressure and clean surfaces.
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Definition
C1Manufacturing
(technical)A process where two clean, oxide-free metal surfaces bond together under high pressure without the application of heat.
Example
- Cold welding is often used in the aerospace industry for joining metal components in a vacuum.
C1Engineering
(technical)A solid-state welding method that joins metals through atomic bonding due to the absence of an oxide layer and the application of sufficient force.
Example
- Engineers prefer cold welding for certain materials like copper and aluminum that are difficult to weld using traditional methods.
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