Resistive implant welding for structural bonds in automotive applications

摘要

A fused component having a first portion and second portion made of polymer material. Between the first portion and second portion is a conductor and a weld line is formed between said first portion and said second portion along the surface area of the conductor. The weld line has a strength of equal to or greater than 800 psi. The fused component formed can be any type of automotive component such as a tailgate, running board, roof rail, liftgate, or front end carrier.