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The direct diode approach
4 July 2014
Tom Eddershaw finds that high-power diode lasers are now available for industrial applications, while their lower-power equivalents are used to great effect in outdoor light shows
Summer 2014
FEATURE
No job too big
4 July 2014
Laser job shops fulfil a very specific niche in manufacturing and, as Greg Blackman finds out, business is booming for these facilities in the UK
FEATURE
Better additive manufacturing processes discussed at AKL
4 July 2014
Tom Eddershaw reports from the recent AKL laser technology conference in Aachen, Germany, on the state of additive manufacturing
FEATURE
Test-riding a 3D-printed mountain bike
4 July 2014
A 3D printed mountain bike was a highlight of the MACH exhibition, which took place in Birmingham, UK, in April. Tom Eddershaw talks to Chris Williams at Empire Cycles about the £20,000 bike
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Matthew Dale discovers that laser welding is enabling battery manufacturers to address the growing demands of the electro-mobility industry
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Greg Blackman investigates the art of laser system design and integration
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Gemma Church finds jewellers are turning to lasers for repairing and engraving precious metals