glossary

glossary

by

A device that provides a concentrated coherent light beam. Laser is an acronym for Light Amplification by Stimulated Emission of Radiation.

by

A process that severs material with the heat from a concentrated coherent beam impinging upon the work-piece.

by

A process that fuses material with the heat from a concentrated coherent beam impinging upon the members to be joined.

by

That portion of a joint to be welded where the members approach closes to each other. In cross section, the joint root may be either a point, a line, or an area.

by

A weld joint classification based on five basic joint configurations such as a butt joint, corner joint, edge joint, lap joint, and T-joint.