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What are the disadvantages of lap joints?
What are the disadvantages of lap joints?
Decreased tensile strength, potential for micro-cracks and cavity flaws, moisture retention leading to corrosion and fatigue cracking
How is a butt joint formed?
How is a butt joint formed?
Two pieces are joined end-to-end at a 90- or 180-degree angle without specific cuts.
What is a simple butt joint?
What is a simple butt joint?
An adhesive, like wood glue, is used to join parts together.
What is a butterfly butt joint?
What is a butterfly butt joint?
What is a pocket hole butt joint?
What is a pocket hole butt joint?
Why are lap joints less desirable for mechanical or aesthetic reasons?
Why are lap joints less desirable for mechanical or aesthetic reasons?
What is a significant advantage of a welded joint related to its load carrying capacity?
What is a significant advantage of a welded joint related to its load carrying capacity?
What makes welded joints lighter compared to riveted joints?
What makes welded joints lighter compared to riveted joints?
What is a unique feature of the welding process in terms of the shapes that can be joined?
What is a unique feature of the welding process in terms of the shapes that can be joined?
What is a challenge when it comes to dissimilar metal joining?
What is a challenge when it comes to dissimilar metal joining?
What type of materials, in terms of heat resistance, can be joined using welded joints?
What type of materials, in terms of heat resistance, can be joined using welded joints?
Why are welded joints typically more expensive than other joining methods?
Why are welded joints typically more expensive than other joining methods?
What are three key attributes required for successful welding?
What are three key attributes required for successful welding?
Why are welded joints considered permanent?
Why are welded joints considered permanent?
What is the strength of a sound welded joint typically compared to?
What is the strength of a sound welded joint typically compared to?
How does a welded joint prevent leakage?
How does a welded joint prevent leakage?
Why is drilling holes not necessary on parent parts for welded joints?
Why is drilling holes not necessary on parent parts for welded joints?
What is a disadvantage of a welded joint compared to a riveted joint?
What is a disadvantage of a welded joint compared to a riveted joint?
