Coverage of the most recent advancements and applications in lasermaterials processing
This book provides state-of-the-art coverage of the field oflaser materials processing, from fundamentals to applications tothe latest research topics. The content is divided into threesuccinct parts:
* Principles of laser engineering-an introduction to the basicconcepts and characteristics of lasers, design of their components,and beam delivery
* Engineering background&-a review of engineering conceptsneeded to analyze different processes: thermal analysis and fluidflow; solidification of molten metal; and residual stresses thatevolve during processes
* Laser materials processing-a rigorous and detailed treatment oflaser materials processing and its principle applications,including laser cutting and drilling, welding, surfacemodification, laser forming, and rapid prototyping
Each chapter includes an outline, summary, and example sets tohelp readers reinforce their understanding of the material. Thisbook is designed to prepare graduate students who will be enteringindustry; researchers interested in initiating a research program;and practicing engineers who need to stay abreast of the latestdevelopments in this rapidly evolving field.
Elijah Kannatey-Asibu
Electrical & Electronics Engineering Elektrotechnik u. Elektronik Laser Materials Science Materialwissenschaften Photonics & Lasers Photonik u. Laser