AIA NAS976

The Welding systems described by this specification are intended for use in the aerospace manufacturing industry and provides a means for joining together a wide range of materials and material thickness These include, but are not limited to, refractory and reactive metals. ceramics, dissimilar materials, steels, and non-ferrous metal alloys.

Purpose

This specification provides a standard for manufacture, performance, inspection, reliability and procurement of an Electron Beam high-vacuum welding system exclusive of weld positioners, weld manipulators and other mechanical tooling devices. This standard lists minimum requirements and is not limited to design advancements.