Beaming below deck
Researchers are developing laser systems capable of cleaning ship hulls underwater
Fraunhofer ILT
A multi-beam module was used to increase the processing speeds of ultrafast lasers for helical cutting. (Image: Fraunhofer ILT).
Researchers use ultrafast lasers to optimise plug connector production
13 August 2020
The new process can be used to cut metal strips as an alternative way to produce plug connectors for vehicles
A mechanically stable, optically parametric oscillator. (Image: Fraunhofer ILT)
Highly efficient laser bars developed for materials processing
24 July 2020
When operated at 300W, the bars achieve an efficiency of about 70 per cent in the wavelengths of 1,000 and 1,020nm
A microfluidic chip made using the new welding process. (Image: Fraunhofer ILT)
New welding process improves microfluidic chip fabrication for life sciences
23 July 2020
The process could also be used to increase flexibility and efficiency in the industrial production of other medical technologies
AI-based quality monitoring of auto-body weld joints in real time
9 June 2020
Christian Knaak and Peter Abels, of Fraunhofer ILT, explain how imaging and machine learning can be used to identify weld imperfections with high accuracy
Artificial intelligence optimises laser processing
24 April 2020
Nikolaus Fecht on how AI is helping move laser systems closer to achieving complete error-free production
EHLA can operate up to 10 times faster than conventional LMD. Image: Fraunhofer ILT
TWI launches EHLA research project
2 April 2020
Following its acquisition of the UK’s first EHLA system, TWI is investigating the capabilities and future potential of EHLA technology.
AKL'20 cancelled due to Covid-19
16 March 2020
Around 600 attendees and more than 80 lecturers were expected at the event
Direct laser interference patterning can create complex surface micro-structures to decrease ice accumulation on aircraft surfaces. (Image: Fraunhofer IWS).
Laser research projects to increase fuel efficiency of ships and aircraft
11 March 2020
A number of ongoing European research projects are using laser technology to structure and clean the surfaces of ships and aircraft in order to improve their fuel efficiency
“Laser Technology Live” will feature over 90 presentations at the Fraunhofer Institute for Laser Technology ILT. (Image: Fraunhofer ILT)
'Laser Technology Live' at AKL’20 in Aachen and inauguration of new battery lab
4 March 2020
The experts have prepared more than 90 live demonstrations covering a wide range of subjects
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