Laser Processing: Engineering Fundamentals and Applications provides readers with practical explanations of the fundamentals of laser processing technology alongside guidance on how to effectively incorporate the technology into a variety of different engineering and manufacturing workflows. Common challenges and solutions are highlighted throughout, providing actionable guidance that will save time and money. The book starts with the fundamentals, including the basics on how lasers work, different laser generation modes, types of lasers, process parameters, and more. Optical experiment skills are integrated within chapters discussing beam delivery, measurement tools, and system setup, making the book useful for hands-on laser work.
The second part of the book features chapters discussing different laser technologies in practice, such as micromachining, surface functionalization, engraving, drilling, cutting, cleaning, welding, additive manufacturing and more. The book concludes with chapters that outline the use of computational simulations in laser applications and safety considerations.
The second part of the book features chapters discussing different laser technologies in practice, such as micromachining, surface functionalization, engraving, drilling, cutting, cleaning, welding, additive manufacturing and more. The book concludes with chapters that outline the use of computational simulations in laser applications and safety considerations.
Table of Contents
Part I Fundamentals of Laser Technology1. How a Laser Works A Basic Quantum Mechanics Perspective
2. Open Resonator
3. Gaussian Beam
4. Laser Generation Modes
5. Generation of Ultrashort Pulses
6. Generation of New Wavelengths
7. Types of Lasers
8. Fundamentals of Theory for Laser Applications
9. Process Parameters
Part II Laser Technologies in Practice
10. Micromachining
11. Surface Functionalization
12. Laser Engraving
13. Laser Drilling
14. Laser Cutting
15. Laser Marking
16. Laser Cleaning
17. Laser Hardening
18. Laser Welding
19. Laser Cladding and Metal Additive Manufacturing
20. Laser Shock Peening (LSP)
21. Laser-Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy (LIBS)
22. Computer Simulations and Their Use
23. Safety When Working with Lasers
