PrefaceChapter 1: Friction Stir Welding TechnologiesInnovative Method for Overlap Friction Stir Welding (FSW) of 1 mm Thick Sheets of 5754 Aluminium Alloy, on Tilted JigTesting of an Innovative Method for Overlap Friction Stir Welding (FSW) of 1 mm Thick Sheets of 5754 Aluminium Alloy, on Tilted JigFriction Stir Welding in Inert Gas Environment (FSW-IG) of AZ31B Magnesium AlloyConsiderations Regarding Friction Stir Welding of Stainless SteelsStudies Regarding FCAW Welding of Dissimilar Joints between Duplex Stainless Steel and Naval Carbon SteelFracture Characteristics of AZ31B and Cu 99 Tensile Test Specimens Joined by FSW and FSW-IG ProcessesComparison of Two Numerical Models for Friction Stir WeldingChapter 2: Welding, Soldering and Adhesive JointsSome Helpful Features of the Tig Welding Process Using High Frequency Pulsed ArcEffect of Pre-Heating and Post-Weld Local Heat Treatment on the Microstructure and Mechanical Properties of Low-Cost β-Titanium Alloy Welding Joints, Obtained by EBWStructure and Mechanical Properties of High Strength Steel 960QL WeldmentsDevelopment of Self-Shielded Flux-Cored Wires for Arc Welding of Low-Alloy SteelsOn some Possibilities for Optimizing the Wire Electrical Discharge Machining (WEDM) Processing of Welded Joints Applied to Stainless SteelStudy on Soldering Alloy Structure Influence on Whiskers Germination and Grow Process in Joints Executed Using Tin Base Soldering AlloysProperties of Hybrid Aluminium-Steel Joints Made by Resistance Spot WeldingThe Influence of Drying Time on a Glass - Adhesive - Steel BondingCritical Analysis of some Practices of Joining Stainless Steel Pipes Used in the Food Industry from the Perspective of Hygienic Welding PrinciplesChapter 3: Corrosion and Assessment of Damage StateImproving the Fatigue Behaviour of PURMAL S-70 Polyurethane PaintStudy of Durable Strength of Steel Mining and Metallurgical EquipmentInnovative Technologies to Improve the Corrosion Resistance of Stainless SteelsDamage State Assessment of Metal Pipes of a Power Plant, Subjected to Thermal StressesChapter 4: Functional and Special Structural MaterialsAnalysis of Pulsed Laser Spot Effects on NiTi WiresMaterial Optimization through Thin Film Compositional SpreadsDesign of Shape Memory Micro-Actuator Modules with Sequential ActuationReserves for Improving the Quality of Metal Layers of the 450Kh30M and 500Kh22B7 Types by Regulation of Silicon Content in Hard-Facing ConsumablesConsiderations Regarding the Quality of Welds on Hollow Plastic Balls Obtained by Joining Two Ball HalvesElectromagnetic Methods for Production of Aluminium Metal Matrix CompositesUltrasonic Welding of Cu Alloy Connectors and Conductors Used in the Automotive IndustryExperimental Study on the Estimation of the Life of some Metal Constructions of Major ImportanceThe Influence of Temperature on the Tensile Mechanical Properties of PPAChapter 5: Building MaterialsValorization of Abrasive Waterjet Garnet Wastes by Innovative Integration in Building MaterialsStudy Regarding the Evaluation of Prediction Models for Determining the Concrete Compressive Strength Using Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) Data: Validation StageChapter 6: Additive Manufacturing TechnologiesTribological Properties of Different 3D Printed PLA FilamentsEstablishing the Optimal Infill for Peak Tensile and Compressive Performance of CF Reinforced Polyamide Test Specimens Manufactured through Additive ManufacturingChapter 7: Applied Materials and Engineering ResearchNew Requirements Regarding the Qualification and Certification of the Inspection Personnel in the Welding Field. Harmonization with the European Qualification Framework (EQF)Implementing a Renar Accredited System for the Qualification of Welding Execution Personnel. Experience and Overview of 25 Years of Activity in RomaniaModalities and Requirements Regarding the Qualification and Certification of Welding Personnel for Thermoplastic MaterialsConsiderations Regarding the Extension of the Service Life of Metal Wear Components from Urban Means of Rail TransportInnovative Solutions for Waste Removal (Used Abrasive) Resulted from Water Jet Cutting ProcessDamage Occurrence in Welded Structures of the Bucket-Wheel BoomInfluence of 3D Printing Parameters on Mechanical Properties of the PLA Parts Made by FDM Additive Manufacturing ProcessAspects Regarding the Operating Behavior of FSW Welding ToolsAspects Regarding Welding of DD13 Steel by Applying the FSW Process and some Processes Derived from itISIM Achievements Regarding Friction Stir Welding in Inert Gas EnvironmentNew Results Regarding the Cavitation Destruction Behavior of Heat-Treated CuZn39Pb3 Brass with Different ParametersNew Results Regarding the Cavitation Destruction Behavior of Heat-Treated CuSn12-C Bronze with Different ParametersReview: Advantages of Repairing Machine Parts in Order to Restore their FunctionalitySimulation of Thermal Field in Eutectic Microwave Bonding for Electrical Connection of Photovoltaic CellsJoining Photovoltaic Cell Connection Strips Using Ultra-Acoustic Wave - Resistive Hybrid Heating System