spot weld
"Spot weld" refers to a method of joining metal parts using localized heat and pressure, commonly employed in the automotive and aerospace industries.
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Definition
C1Manufacturing
(technical)A joint created by applying pressure and an electric current to a small area of overlapping metal parts.
Example
- The technician used a spot weld to secure the two sheets of metal together.
C1Engineering
(technical)A weld made at a specific point by passing an electrical current through metal workpieces to generate heat and form a bond.
Example
- Spot welds are essential in car manufacturing to ensure the structural integrity of the vehicle.
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Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "spot weld":
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