Welding Journal

Welding processes in the automotive industry are dynamic and complex, making monitoring and quality assurance challenging. Traditionally, manual inspections have been the norm. To improve welding and automate quality control, two key elements are needed: advanced process sensing and data analytics. Advanced sensing enhances process characterization and anomaly detection. For example, in resistance spot welding (RSW), monitoring electrode force and displacement can identify faults during nugget formation. In laser w..