What is welding?
Uses very high temperatures to melt edges of joint = flow together, fuse together as it cools
What is welding also used for?
Also used to fill in thinned metal or slight gaps
How can gaps in metal be filled using welding?
Metal from welding rod is melted on
Where does the high temperature come from in welding?
From: - Laser - Oxyacetylene torch - Electric-arc welder
Name 3 methods of joining metal
When are pop riverts used?
Used where there’s only access to one side of material
What is the advantage of using pop riverts?
Fast and easy method of joining thin sheet metal
When are bolts, nuts, washers used?
Used where joint needs to be taken apart