Structural Adhesive Joints in Engineering - R.D. Adams, Robert D. Adams, J. Comyn, William Charles Wake, W.C. Wake - Google Books

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The use of adhesives has many advantages over other methods of fastening. Presenting a smooth exterior, spreading of the load and ease of joining thin or dissimilar materials are all reasons why the use of adhesives for bonding structures is steadily…