Fundamentals of lap welding, its techniques and characteristics
Analyze lap welding, describing its fundamentals, techniques, characteristics and industrial applications.
Euclides Quiñonez
Mechanical Engineer with specialization in industrial maintenance. 43 years of experience in the oil, petrochemical, gas, metalworking and food industries. Content developer, expert analyst in equipment and corrosion inspection and plant shutdown technical management. Qualified and certified in non-destructive testing techniques UT, PT, VT, MT, RT.
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