Turning is among the oldest manufacturing processes, having been developed in the Middle Ages and adapted in multiple ways over centuries. Turning is still used to produce components for nearly every ...
Laser-assisted machining (LAM) hard, brittle materials, such as semiconductors and ceramics, utilizes a laser to heat an area to soften it before it is machined. The rest of the work piece is not ...
Figure 1: Dependence of the ablated depth by GHz burst LIPAA process on the intra-pulse number in GHz burst pulse for the various intra-pulse fluence (0.18, 0.22, 0.27, 0.36, 0.44 and 0.53 J/cm2). GHz ...
Accessibility of ultrafast lasers is increasing, with researchers, OEM tool builders and system integrators leveraging the power of these devices in a range of applications. Image Credit: PI (Physik ...
This ultrafast (femtosecond) laser manufacturing process will enhance production of flow control holes in Delphi’s gas direct injection (GDi) fuel injectors. ROCHESTER, N.Y.—Delphi Automotive received ...
Trumpf has developed laser applications for adhesive and coating preparation in battery production and for corrosion protection of aluminum components. The high-tech company is thus making electric ...
The DMU Ultrasonic 65 MonoBlock (shown here) and Lasertec 65 Shape are designed with a small footprint but a large opening for oversize workpieces, and work table that tilts in two directions. DMG ...