Micro-joining of Materials: Current and Future Needs

This book addresses primary and secondary procedures for combining sophisticated materials such as metals and alloys, intermetallic, ceramics, glasses, polymers, superalloys, electronic materials, and composites in similar and dissimilar combinations, based on the most recent research. It further explores the current and future micro-joining techniques that are rapidly expanding, including delicately and precisely combining microscale components and materials. It offers a detailed reference to the status of micro-joining and potential future possibilities.

• Provides an understanding of micro-joining techniques with a focus on its various applications such as in biomedical, electrical and electronics, and aerospace
• Covers specialized techniques such as micro-electronics wire bonding, solid-state diffusion bonding, diffusion soldering, laser soldering, and laser micro-welding
• Details analytical and numerical modeling of micro-welding processes with their optimization
• Describes complete mechanism of joining of various parts/components
• Includes case studies with present day daily life applications

This book is aimed at researchers and graduate students in materials science and microfabrication.

N.Rajesh Jesudoss Hynes is an accomplished Professor and dedicated researcher in the Department of Mechanical Engineering of Mepco Schlenk Engineering College, Sivakasi, India with over two decades of experience. Recognized among the Top 2% of Scientists worldwide by Stanford University and reputed publishing houses for six consecutive years, his expertise lies in sustainable material development, metal matrix composites, and advanced friction-based manufacturing processes.

P. Shenbaga Velu is currently serving as an Assistant Professor (Senior Grade) in the Centre for Advanced Materials and Innovative Technologies/School of Mechanical Engineering at Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT), Chennai, India. He holds a PhD in Mechanical Engineering from Anna University, Chennai, and has postdoctoral research experience at VIT Chennai. His research interests include advanced manufacturing, composite materials, joining of dissimilar materials, and additive manufacturing.

N. J. Vignesh, M.E., Ph.D., is currently serving as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at SRM Madurai College for Engineering and Technology, Pottapalayam, Sivaganga District, Tamil Nadu, India. He earned his Doctorate in Mechanical Engineering from Anna University, Chennai, through Mepco Schlenk Engineering College (Autonomous), Sivakasi, where he also completed his Master’s degree in CAD/CAM with distinction.

R.Sankaranarayanan is Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering, Sri Venkateshwara College of Engineering, Chennai. He possesses seven years of industrial experience and six years of teaching experience. He did post-graduation in CAD/CAM and Ph.D in Mechanical Engineering (Welding of MMC) in Mepco Schlenk Engineering College, Sivakasi under Anna University, Chennai. His areas of interest include Welding of Metal Matrix Composites, Joining of Dissimilar materials and Sustainable manufacturing.

J. Angela Jennifa Sujana has completed her Ph.D., in the area of Scientific Workflow Scheduling in Cloud Computing. Her area of Research includes Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Cloud Computing, Soft Computing, Fog and Edge Computing. She is a recognized supervisor by Anna University under Faculty of Information and Communication.