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Ultrafast Lasers & Advanced Motion Control Systems Improve Performance in Material Processing

Ultrafast Lasers & Advanced Motion Control Systems Improve Performance in Material Processing Laser material processing [...] geometries at micron and submicron scales absent of collateral damage is guiding the next generation of laser processes; ultrafast lasers manufacturers and machine builders play a key role here. Ultrafast [...] lasers for direct removal. Here, high ablation rates can be achieved with optimum process (optimum fluence

How Fast Nanofocusing Stages and Z-Scanning Mechanisms Advance Life Sciences, Biotech, Laser Processing, and Semiconductors

How Fast Nanofocusing Stages and Z-Scanning Mechanisms Advance Life Sciences, Biotech, Laser Processing, and Semiconductors Linear Motors and Piezo Drives Solve Different Problems Highly [...] travel ranges are in the 1 to 2 mm range with very high dynamics to keep up with the scanning speed. Laser Processing and Semiconductor Inspection Applications Laser Micro Machining / Micro Processing (LMP [...] the Z position a priory dependent on the X-Y coordinates. This allows high volume production in processes where a narrow depth of focus is required. Laser Ablation Laser ablation of engineered ceramics

High Dynamics Motion Systems and Advanced Motion Controllers Boost Throughput in Laser Material Processing Applications

High Dynamics Motion Systems and Advanced Motion Controllers Boost Throughput in Laser Material Processing Applications Lasers are precision tools used in a wide variety of applications [...] special lock system, an error input, and an enable output. Eight digital I/Os are also available for laser specific functions. The challenges during development of a robust and scalable laser processing or [...] throughput. Because smaller laser beam deflection angles have a positive effect on optical errors, higher processing accuracy is

How to Integrate Laser Control and Motion Control to Achieve More with Less

design and build advanced laser processing systems Introduction Ultrafast lasers are becoming increasingly accessible to researchers [...] technologies with transparent media including glass and sapphire. Dynamic Impact of Mode-locked Laser Process Performance Material specific laser process parameters running at a fixed pulse repetition [...] Motion Systems for Laser Processing and Additive Manufacturing Disruptive Technology and Next Gen Laser System Performance

Linear Motors for Industrial Automation Applications

external events, are a plus when it comes to integrating the precision positioning equipment with lasers, machine vision, dispensers, etc. XYZ configuration of two V-417 Linear Motor Stages in XY [...] commands, and look-ahead algorithms for the processing of segments. Long travel version of the V-417 linear stage with 813mm motion range. A-824, 8-axis [...] Automation, Nano-Automation Beamline Instrumentation Bio-Medical Hexapods Imaging & Microscopy Laser Machining, Processing Linear Actuators Linear Motor, Positioning System Metrology Microscopy

Point-Cloud Surface Reconstruction: What 3D Laser Manufacturing and Lidar Measurements have in Common

Laser Materials Processing Applications Deep in the jungles of Northern Guatemala, an ancient Mayan city [...] heights, layer process ordering, etc. Video: Example of motion system for laser processing based on PI/ACS hardware and [...] triggering of a laser or dispenser/extruder) with independent process speed and jump speed for shorter process times.
Precision Motion Control in Laser Machining, Cutting

Precision Motion Control in Laser Machining, Cutting

laser processing come down to a tandem of progression in ultra-short pulse laser technologies, motion [...] increased throughput. Here, we offer a brief outline of the importance of precision motion control in laser cutting systems. Read this article for more information on laser surface processing. How Does Laser [...] other laser processing applications, simply contact a member of the PI team today. Learn more Product Overview

Why Constant Velocity and Synchronized Motion Performance across Multiple Axes Matters for Ultrafast Laser Machining, Imaging, and Metrology

image distortion. Modern laser processing, machine vision, and metrology systems rely on precision motion and automation mechanisms [...] within 50.00 ±0.0305 mm/sec (PTP). High performance motion control yields uniform, high quality laser processing results. Video: Processing of high-density structures such as laser drilling or laser [...] inspection, the combined vector velocity performance can be fully appreciated, offering a consistent laser dose at a constant rep rate in the ultrafast process (100 mm/s ±0.1195). SPC Laser Materials Process

Improving Laser Drilling Performance with a Novel Motion Control Method

Micro-Hole Drilling Systems Ultra-fast lasers have enabled laser drilling with unprecedented precision, especially when it comes to creating [...] , and make decisions regarding whether to mobilize the laser or the material being worked on during the drilling process. Additionally, the option to reposition [...] Automation, Nano-Automation Beamline Instrumentation Bio-Medical Hexapods Imaging & Microscopy Laser Machining, Processing Linear Actuators Linear Motor, Positioning System Metrology Microscopy

Advances in Laser Micromachining and Microprocessing

reduce complexity and allow the designers to bring a machine to market faster, while improving the process accuracy at the same time. Reducing Time to Market with an HMI Development Platform The Laser [...] built in functions for specific processes such as laser marking, drilling, etching, cutting, additive manufacturing, etc. provides significant [...] Automation, Nano-Automation Beamline Instrumentation Bio-Medical Hexapods Imaging & Microscopy Laser Machining, Processing Linear Actuators Linear Motor, Positioning System Metrology Microscopy
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