CO2 laser method increases damage threshold of optics
The new process uses a CO2 laser to ablate the optic's surface in a uniform layer-by-layer fashion
TWI validates laser AM methods for manufacturing aerospace components
Directed energy deposition and laser assisted cold spray were tested for their efficiency in producing aerospace parts
US Military purchases 3kW laser cleaning system for fleet maintenance
The CleanTech LPC-3000-CTHD is a 3kW, roughing and surface preparation system designed to remove rust, coatings, and almost anything else from a wide variety of surfaces
Samsung high-speed laser welding robot enhances ship construction
The new technology can quickly weld membrane panels used in the cargo holds of LNG carriers, which come into direct contact with ultra-low-temperature liquid natural gas
