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Welding in the Digital Age

Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Automation

  • 1st Edition - January 1, 2027
  • Latest edition
  • Editors: Murali Mohan Cheepu, Ankit Sharma
  • Language: English

Welding in the Digital Age: Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Automation covers the evolution of welding technologies driven by automation, artificial intell… Read more

Description

Welding in the Digital Age: Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Automation covers the evolution of welding technologies driven by automation, artificial intelligence, and industry 4.0. The book is structured to bridge foundational knowledge with cutting-edge developments, starting with an overview of conventional welding techniques and their fundamentals before discussing the latest advances in robotics, smart processes, smart machines, machine learning, artificial intelligence, and adaptive control systems and their applications to welding processes. Topics such as cobot welding, predictive maintenance, digital twin technology, in-situ monitoring and process corrections, AI-driven defect detection, life cycle assessment and sustainability forecasting using AI, and the integration of cyber-physical systems in modern welding environments are each discussed, with case studies highlighting these concepts and techniques being applied in real-world settings included as well.

Key features

  • Covers a wide range of advanced welding techniques including robotic and ultrasonic methods as well as resistance spot welding
  • Outlines methods for real-time monitoring of welds, defect detection, process control by optimal conditions, and the design of automation process adoption
  • Structured to bridge foundational welding knowledge with cutting-edge developments such as predictive maintenance, digital twin technology, in-situ monitoring and process corrections, AI-driven defect detection, and much more
  • Highlights how these innovations increase productivity, quality, reliability, and sustainability

Readership

Researchers and advanced grad students in mechanical engineering, welding engineering, civil engineering, industrial engineering, mechatronics

Table of contents

1. Introduction to Welding in the Digital Age

2. Fundamentals of Welding Processes

3. Automation in Welding

4. Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in Welding

5. Real-Time Monitoring and Sensing Technologies

6. Digital Twin Technology in Welding

7. Smart Welding Systems and Industry 4.0 Integration

8. Sustainable Welding and Green Manufacturing

9. Human-Robot Collaboration in Welding

10. Future Trends and Challenges in Intelligent Welding

Product details

  • Edition: 1
  • Latest edition
  • Published: January 1, 2027
  • Language: English

About the editors

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Murali Mohan Cheepu

Dr. Murali Mohan Cheepu is a research manager in welding processes and wire arc additive manufacturing developments at Vitzronextech Co., Ltd welding research institute, South Korea. Before coming to Vitzronextech, he was a Postdoctoral Researcher in welding and joining laboratory at Pukyong National University, South Korea. Murali holds a Ph.D. in manufacturing from the Kyungsung University, South Korea, and M.Tech in welding engineering from NIT Tiruchirappalli. Murali also holds a B.E. from the Andhra University in Mechanical and production engineering.
Affiliations and expertise
Research Manager, Vitzronextech Co., Ltd., South Korea

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Ankit Sharma

Dr. Ankit Sharma currently serves as the Head of the Publications Division at the Research and Innovation Network (CURIN) Department of Chitkara University in Punjab, India. He earned his doctoral degree in Mechanical Engineering from the Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology, India. With over a decade of experience, Dr. Sharma possesses a wealth of expertise in academia, research, consulting, training, and industry. He has made significant contributions to the field, with numerous publications featured in well-regarded journals indexed in SCI, Scopus, and Web of Science. His research efforts have also resulted in the filing and publication of over 30 international patents. Dr. Sharma's expertise extends to the international stage, where he has delivered invited seminars and keynote addresses in countries like the USA, China, and India. His contributions have been acknowledged with awards for best research papers. Additionally, he actively serves as a reviewer board member for numerous esteemed international journals.
Affiliations and expertise
Associate Director (Research) and Assistant Professor, Chitkara University Research Innovation and Network (CURIN); Chitkara University; Patiala; Punjab, India