Laser Cutting

Let the Chips Fall...

10/01/2002

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Controlling chips with a laser-based process sheds new light on an old problem.

Three different problems can cause a laser to make beveled cuts. As these problems interact, they create distinct patterns of bevel angles that require sophisticated mathematical analysis to sort out. This article discusses an experiment using Fourier analysis to determine which combination of problems caused the cyclical variation that was observed in the measurements of a laser's cutting angle.

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Combo Machine Boosts Accuracy

09/12/2018

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William Leventon

Machine Technology: Company builds 8-axis machining center with separate milling and laser-cutting workstations

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Game shop takes 3D printing, laser cutting into “infinite realm”

A game and hobby shop in Girard, Ohio, has taken 3D printing and laser cutting into an “infinite realm.” The business, Infinite Realms, started with three men making pieces like rock formations, oil pits and satellites, which were sold online. Sales were so good that the owners decided to open a physical location to sell more than 100 different items that they make.

Technological advances make laser machining more practical

06/07/2018

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Greg Bartlett

Over the past 30 years, laser machining has evolved into a formidable industrial practice. Gone are the large, expensive, finicky machines. Now fiber lasers, with their compact size, high reliability and affordable cost, have taken hold.

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Lasers take Swiss-style lathes to higher level

05/07/2018

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Kip Hanson

By integrating laser-based cutting and, in some cases, welding heads onto their already-capable equipment, Swiss-style lathe builders are taking these machines into bold new territory.

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TRUMPF opens smart factory in Chicago

Machine tool manufacturer and Industry 4.0 pioneer TRUMPF has opened a new technology center in Chicago that showcases the interaction between people, machines, storage technology, automation, software and Industry 4.0 solutions. The company calls it "the first smart factory for Industry 4.0 solutions that was designed for digitally connected production processes throughout."