Direct bonding mechanism of titanium and PET resin via heating and pressurization: Influence of bubble dynamics on bonding strength

In response to growing environmental concerns, the transportation industry, including automotive and aerospace sectors, has emphasized improving fuel efficiency and reducing carbon dioxide emissions. To achieve significant weight reduction, multi-material design strategies that strategically utilize...

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Main Authors: Katsuyoshi Kondoh, Nodoka Nishimura, Kazuki Shitara, Shota Kariya, Ke Chen, Junko Umeda
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Published: Elsevier 2025-06-01
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Nodoka Nishimura
Kazuki Shitara
Shota Kariya
Ke Chen
Junko Umeda
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description In response to growing environmental concerns, the transportation industry, including automotive and aerospace sectors, has emphasized improving fuel efficiency and reducing carbon dioxide emissions. To achieve significant weight reduction, multi-material design strategies that strategically utilize different materials based on their properties are being adopted. This trend highlights the need for advanced joining technologies capable of bonding dissimilar materials, such as metals and polymers or resins, while maintaining structural integrity and lightweight performance. This study investigates the direct bonding mechanism between pure titanium (Ti) and polyethylene terephthalate (PET) resin using a simple heating and pressurization process. Bubble formation at the bonding interface, a critical factor influencing joint strength, was analyzed through in-situ observation. Results show that controlled bubble dynamics enhance bonding by creating localized pressure, while excessive bubbles act as defects. Optimal bonding conditions were identified at 200–300 °C with relatively high bonding shear stress. X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy revealed the formation of Ti-C bonds, confirming strong chemical interactions at the interface. Additionally, pyrolysis gas chromatography-mass spectrometry identified ethylene glycol as a key component in bubble generation during thermal decomposition of PET. The findings highlight the significance of surface preparation, thermal control, and bubble management in achieving high bonding strength. This research provides insights into sustainable and efficient methods of dissimilar materials that can improve recyclability and support the development of advanced lightweight structures.
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spelling doaj-art-e30b94f899c74f52ba54fbddd05775b42025-08-20T03:10:01ZengElsevierJournal of Advanced Joining Processes2666-33092025-06-011110030110.1016/j.jajp.2025.100301Direct bonding mechanism of titanium and PET resin via heating and pressurization: Influence of bubble dynamics on bonding strengthKatsuyoshi Kondoh0Nodoka Nishimura1Kazuki Shitara2Shota Kariya3Ke Chen4Junko Umeda5Joining and Welding Research Institute, Osaka University, 11-1 Mihogaoka, Ibaraki, Osaka, 567-0047 Japan; Corresponding author.Joining and Welding Research Institute, Osaka University, 11-1 Mihogaoka, Ibaraki, Osaka, 567-0047 JapanJoining and Welding Research Institute, Osaka University, 11-1 Mihogaoka, Ibaraki, Osaka, 567-0047 JapanJoining and Welding Research Institute, Osaka University, 11-1 Mihogaoka, Ibaraki, Osaka, 567-0047 JapanSchool of Materials Science and Engineering, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai 200240, PR ChinaJoining and Welding Research Institute, Osaka University, 11-1 Mihogaoka, Ibaraki, Osaka, 567-0047 JapanIn response to growing environmental concerns, the transportation industry, including automotive and aerospace sectors, has emphasized improving fuel efficiency and reducing carbon dioxide emissions. To achieve significant weight reduction, multi-material design strategies that strategically utilize different materials based on their properties are being adopted. This trend highlights the need for advanced joining technologies capable of bonding dissimilar materials, such as metals and polymers or resins, while maintaining structural integrity and lightweight performance. This study investigates the direct bonding mechanism between pure titanium (Ti) and polyethylene terephthalate (PET) resin using a simple heating and pressurization process. Bubble formation at the bonding interface, a critical factor influencing joint strength, was analyzed through in-situ observation. Results show that controlled bubble dynamics enhance bonding by creating localized pressure, while excessive bubbles act as defects. Optimal bonding conditions were identified at 200–300 °C with relatively high bonding shear stress. X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy revealed the formation of Ti-C bonds, confirming strong chemical interactions at the interface. Additionally, pyrolysis gas chromatography-mass spectrometry identified ethylene glycol as a key component in bubble generation during thermal decomposition of PET. The findings highlight the significance of surface preparation, thermal control, and bubble management in achieving high bonding strength. This research provides insights into sustainable and efficient methods of dissimilar materials that can improve recyclability and support the development of advanced lightweight structures.http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2666330925000226TitaniumPolyethylene terephthalateHeating and pressure bonding processBonding interfaceBubble dynamicsThermal decomposition
spellingShingle Katsuyoshi Kondoh
Nodoka Nishimura
Kazuki Shitara
Shota Kariya
Ke Chen
Junko Umeda
Direct bonding mechanism of titanium and PET resin via heating and pressurization: Influence of bubble dynamics on bonding strength
Journal of Advanced Joining Processes
Titanium
Polyethylene terephthalate
Heating and pressure bonding process
Bonding interface
Bubble dynamics
Thermal decomposition
title Direct bonding mechanism of titanium and PET resin via heating and pressurization: Influence of bubble dynamics on bonding strength
title_full Direct bonding mechanism of titanium and PET resin via heating and pressurization: Influence of bubble dynamics on bonding strength
title_fullStr Direct bonding mechanism of titanium and PET resin via heating and pressurization: Influence of bubble dynamics on bonding strength
title_full_unstemmed Direct bonding mechanism of titanium and PET resin via heating and pressurization: Influence of bubble dynamics on bonding strength
title_short Direct bonding mechanism of titanium and PET resin via heating and pressurization: Influence of bubble dynamics on bonding strength
title_sort direct bonding mechanism of titanium and pet resin via heating and pressurization influence of bubble dynamics on bonding strength
topic Titanium
Polyethylene terephthalate
Heating and pressure bonding process
Bonding interface
Bubble dynamics
Thermal decomposition
url http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2666330925000226
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