• Author: Gregory E. Peterson
• Author's Company: Lotus Engineering Inc.
• Title: Overview of Non-Traditional Joining Technologies for Multi-Material Vehicle Structures
• Volume: Vol. 72, No. 5
• Year: 2014
• No. Pages: 4
• Description: This article presents an overview of joining techniques used in multi-material automotive body construction, with a focus on Lotus chassis construction and engineering techniques. Techniques discussed include structural adhesive, self piercing rivets, and extrusions with integrated joints.
• Companies Mentioned: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), Lotus Engineering, California Air Resources Board (ARB), Henkel, Kawasaki
Product Code: art-00737