The processing part is divided into 15 chapters each discussing different joining technique. Systematic approach was taken to discuss each method. This gives concise but thorough evaluation of the potentials of each method and includes required knowledge to use this information for practical purposes.
Numerous illustrations provide visual assistance in understanding the method and required equipment.
Many practical observations are included under application and advantages and disadvantages which assist in method and parameters selection for the successful operation and process. The second part of the book is divided according to the generic names of polymers used in joining techniques. This part includes 34 generic names of polymers, each containing information on one or more polymers or polymer mixtures. The polymers involved are grouped within thermoplastics, thermoplastic elastomers, thermosets, and rubbers. In total, there are 84 chapters devoted to the individual polymers.