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Buildings, launch pads and roads could be built out of moon dust melted with a laser, turning the lunar surface into a vital outpost for further space exploration. (Image: Team SEArch+/Apis Cor)
AI-assisted laser 3D printing to create moon-base infrastructure
24 June 2022
The A-Link is the first certified load-bearing additively manufactured metal spare part, according to Lufthansa Technik.
Lufthansa Technik receives certification for 3D-printed engine part
17 June 2022
This represents the first aviation certification of an additively manufactured load-bearing metal spare part, according to the partners
The scientists are using an 'Einstein Elevator' to perform welding experiments under microgravity. (Image: LUH/Christoph Lotz)
Scientists investigate laser welding for repairing space stations
16 June 2022
The researchers are investigating flow behaviour during the welding of similar and dissimilar joints made of aluminium alloys and steel materials
The scientists can use the plume generated during LPBF as a ‘process signature’ that provides insight into the stability of the process. (Image: Heriot-Watt University)
Researchers optimise LPBF using plume monitoring
10 June 2022
Examining the plume generated during LPBF can help determine the stability of the process.
Here a square gear micropattern has been printed out of copper. (Image: Dmitry Grigoryev, ITMO News)
New laser writing method developed for copper micropattern printing
09 June 2022
The micropatterns can now be printed 100 times faster for use in various devices such as chemical sensors, flexible electronics, and anti-theft systems
Separation of printed components in an automated separation station on the new production line. (Image: BMW Group)
Fully automated AM line developed for automotive series production
09 June 2022
A digitally connected, fully automated 3D printing production line has been set up for automotive series production
The snake can be deployed and operated remotely inside hazardous, difficult-to-reach environments in nuclear fusion powerplants. (Image: UKAEA/RACE)
'Robotic snake' performs nuclear plant welding repairs
07 June 2022
The new technology can be deployed and operated remotely inside hazardous, difficult-to-reach environments
Blue laser light is suited to processing reflective metals such as copper and aluminium. (Image: Nuburu)
Nuburu to develop blue-laser 3D printers in new partnership
20 May 2022
The new printer will enable manufacturers to create production-grade parts using reflective metals
Laser-assisted metal flux-cored welding will increase underwater joining efficiency and quality. (Image: LZH)
Projects to advance underwater welding and brass joining
18 May 2022
Two LZH projects are tackling the challenges of underwater welding and brass welding for industry
The discs were tested on two ships sailing from Europe to Asia. (Image: iStock/dan_prat)
Laser textured discs improve marine engine performance
16 May 2022
Currently, such discs are treated with a thermal spray coating, which isn’t as precise as the industry needs
Liebinger spoke on a panel at the Laser World of Photonics in April (Credit: Messe Munich)
Laser job shops, not just global entities, need quantum computing – Trumpf CTO Peter Leibinger
13 May 2022
Laser firms could really benefit from quantum computing, which should not just be reserved for the world's big challenges
Bipolar plate functionalised with USP laser microstructuring (Credit: Fraunhofer ILT)
Fraunhofer ILT inaugurates Hydrogen Lab at AKL’22
11 May 2022
The ‘Hydrogen Lab’ offers a wide range of laser-based experimental facilities that cover the manufacturing steps for producing metallic bipolar plates
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Dr Jason Lee, of Luxinar, reviews competing CO2 laser technologies in terms of processing capability, relative lifetime and cost
Joshua Evans, of Bofa International, shares how proper fume management helps maintain the durability and build quality of metal 3D printers
Joshua Evans, of Bofa International, shares how proper fume management helps maintain the durability and build quality of metal 3D printers
Dr Christian Otten, of LaVa-X, demonstrates an alternative to emerging blue and green laser technologies for welding copper in electric vehicle production
Dr Christian Otten, of LaVa-X, demonstrates an alternative to emerging blue and green laser technologies for welding copper in electric vehicle production
Here a laser beam is being delivered via a flexible fibre to weld thin piping. (Image: Shutterstock/sspopov)
A brief introduction to laser welding, the technologies involved, and the advantages it offers over other joining methods
Takaaki Yamanashi, of Amada, shares how users have been getting to grips with the firm’s Locus Beam Control technology since it first debuted at EuroBLECH 2018
Takaaki Yamanashi, of Amada, shares how users have been getting to grips with the firm’s Locus Beam Control technology since it first debuted at EuroBLECH 2018
The coherent beam combining technology of Civan's Dynamic Beam Laser can be used to produce a wide range of beam profiles.
Matthew Dale learns how Bosch Research plans to use one of the most recent developments in laser technology
Matthew Dale learnt of smart manufacturing innovations taking place in Japan at the 15th International Laser Marketplace
Matthew Dale learnt of smart manufacturing innovations taking place in Japan at the 15th International Laser Marketplace
Dr Thomas Schopphoven, of Fraunhofer ILT, provides an update on the development of EHLA for 3D printing applications
Dr Thomas Schopphoven, of Fraunhofer ILT, provides an update on the development of EHLA for 3D printing applications
Pravin Sievi, of Scansonic, introduces processing optics that facilitate reproducible and highly reliable hairpin welding in the production of electric motors
Pravin Sievi, of Scansonic, introduces processing optics that facilitate reproducible and highly reliable hairpin welding in the production of electric motors
Jim Bovatsek, applications engineering manager for MKS Spectra-Physics, shares how UV picosecond lasers can effectively cut layered stacks of organic polymers in flexible OLED display production
Jim Bovatsek of MKS Spectra-Physics, shares how UV picosecond lasers can effectively cut layered stacks of organic polymers in flexible OLED display production
