by Lori Jo Vest | Nov 26, 2024 | Blog, General News
Liquid Metal Embrittlement (LME) surface cracks may develop during resistance spot welding in advanced high-strength steels used in automotive bodies. While LME mechanisms are well-documented for academic, single-spot samples, there is limited data on production-scale...
by Lori Jo Vest | Oct 22, 2024 | Blog, General News
Results of our latest study on Liquid Metal Embrittlement confirm that LME is predictable and preventable. Download the Phase 2 Report Download the Phase 1 Report In the automotive industry, ensuring the strength and safety of vehicle welds is critical. With the...
by Lori Jo Vest | Oct 18, 2024 | Blog, General News
The World Steel Association (worldsteel) has announced the winners for the 15th Steelie Awards. The Steelie Awards recognize worldsteel member companies for their contribution to the steel industry in a series of categories impacting the industry. This year’s...
by Lori Jo Vest | Aug 2, 2024 | Blog, General News
WorldAutoSteel’s Steel E-Motive program showcases autonomous ride-sharing vehicle concepts (known as Mobility-as-a-Service or MAAS). It highlights steel’s strength and durability, with a critical focus on sustainability for reaching net zero emissions targets. While...
by Lori Jo Vest | Jul 8, 2024 | Blog, General News
Part consolidation in the battery structure provides cost savings in material requirements and reduced investment in required tooling. Another benefit of assembly simplification is improved quality. Fewer components mean fewer sealing surfaces, resulting in less...
by Lori Jo Vest | May 23, 2024 | Blog, General News
We welcome you to the inaugural edition of WorldAutoSteel Update – a periodic summary of our recent initiatives. These bulletins are designed to spotlight timely news and information about how steel is helping to drive the future of sustainable mobility....
