5.1.2 Types of Joints

5.1.2 Types of Joints

The ideal bonded joint is one that, under all practical loading conditions, the adhesive is stressed in the direction in which it most resists failure. A suitable joint design can be used to reduce the effects of stress on the bond line. However, some joint designs may be physically or aesthetically impractical for a particular assembly, expensive to implement or hard to align. The design engineer will often have to weigh these factors along with optimal adhesive performance. The most common and cost-effective joint designs are discussed in the following sections.

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