There are two major classifications of polymers: thermoplastics and thermosetting plastics. Thermoplastics can be remelted and reshaped upon heating, while thermosetting plastics set permanently and cannot be remelted upon heating. Plastics are widely used in cars, pipes, flooring, kitchen countertops, and tires due to their corrosion resistance, ability to be formed into complex shapes, variety of appearances and colors, and insulation properties. However, plastics also have disadvantages such as low strength, limited temperature range, potential brittleness over time, and sensitivity to the environment. Common joining methods for plastics include mechanical fasteners, adhesives, welding processes like ultrasonic welding