Innovations in Laser Welding Technology: State of the Art in Joining of Thermoplastics and Advances with Colored Nylon for Automotive Applications

Previously we reported to the SAE'99 our findings on selections of nylon (polyamide) based plastics for laser welding (LW) technology. In this current paper, we will try to increase the understanding of the engineering community regarding the usefulness and applicability of an advanced LW technology (and developed thermoplastics), and its increasing use in various automotive applications.