Failure of energy director type of ultrasonic joint in providing a liquid tight seal or splitting of a boss due to high hoop stress created by a thread forming screw are but a few examples. Paul has given a good account of all the latest techniques in use and provided the readers with details of designing for them. The practical approach used by Paul for assembly design makes this book invaluable. The book provides illustrative case histories that teach by example and show how to actually do it. This fourth edition brings more case histories.
Plastics are relatively new materials of construction.
Assembly technologies for plastic parts are also still evolving. I am sure that future editions of this book will deal with new technologies, as they become available. In the meantime, enjoy this outstanding treatment of assembly technologies for plastics part by Paul in this book. All rights reserved. Inc. All rights reserved.