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February 2025
Feature Articles
Working toward a New Generation of Compact Heat Exchangers
Many years ago, when I chose thermal energy engineering as my major in undergraduate study, I had only a vague idea that it must be something important because thermal energy is needed everywhere.
see moreAluminum Q&A
Q: I would like to better understand the different aluminum alloy types. What are the most common alloys and for what are they typically used?
see moreNew AWS Specifications for Torch and Furnace Soldering and Soldered Joint Mechanical Testing
When soldering technology is mentioned, it is often associated with electronics applications, such as assembling components like capacitors, resistors, and microprocessors onto printed circuit boards.
see moreProducing Brazed Joints of Stainless Steel 316L
Powder bed fusion of metal with laser beam (PBF-LB/M) is an additive manufacturing process that uses a laser beam to melt dimensionless metal powder and then build it up layer by layer to form a three-dimensional component.
see moreBusting the Myths around Welding Aluminum
For decades, welding aluminum has been a challenge. During that time, several myths have surfaced and been passed along. This article will review some of the most common, debunk or prove them, and add tips for best practices.
see moreNews and Updates
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see moreNews of the Industry
AWS, Miami, Fla., has announced Carey Chen as its new executive director and CEO, effective January 20. Chen succeeds Robert Roth, who has served as interim executive director and CEO.
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