Harness the precision of modern manufacturing with this concise reference manual, providing a comprehensive exploration of laser processing.
Since the laser’s invention, its use in materials processing has continually expanded. Its initial uses for procedures such as heat treatment, machining, and welding laid the groundwork for more modern uses, including laser forming, shock peening, micromachining, and nanoprocessing. This book provides a comprehensive exploration of how lasers are utilized in modern manufacturing processes. The text examines the physics of laser-material interaction, process parameters, and the latest advancements in laser technologies, as well as how industrial laser processes are developed and the diverse attributes of the resulting objects, emphasizing their significance in industrial settings. These objects exhibit distinct mechanical properties, metallurgical characteristics, and geometrical precision, all of which are crucial considerations in their utility and performance within industrial environments. Serving as a concise reference manual, it functions as a valuable resource for understanding the fundamentals, applications, production specifics, and characteristics of modern laser processing.
Readers will find this book:
- Introduces emerging and previously developed laser material processes;
- Delves into various laser-based techniques such as cutting, welding, drilling, surface treatment, and additive manufacturing, emphasizing their advantages in precision, speed, and automation;
- Bridges theory and practical applications, highlighting real-world industrial use cases and innovations in laser-based manufacturing.
Audience
Engineers, researchers, and academics studying laser materials processing for mechanical, manufacturing, biomedical, and industrial engineering.
Table of Contents:
Preface xv
Acknowledgments xix
1 Introduction to Laser Material Processing 1
Sandip Kunar, Jagadeesha T., Preeti Singh Bahadur and Elumalai P.V.
1.1 Introduction 2
1.2 Applications of Commercially Available Lasers 2
1.3 Material Processing Using Laser–Matter Interaction 3
1.4 Engineering Materials Processed by Laser 4
1.5 Laser-Assisted Forming 5
1.6 Laser-Assisted Bending 5
1.7 Laser Rapid Prototyping 7
1.8 Laser Joining 10
1.9 Laser Welding 10
1.10 Laser Brazing 11
1.11 Laser Soldering 12
1.12 Laser Tissue Joining 12
1.13 Laser Machining 13
1.14 Laser Cutting 14
1.15 Laser Drilling 14
1.16 Laser Micromachining 15
1.17 Laser Cleaning 16
1.18 Laser Marking 17
1.19 Laser Scribing 17
1.20 Laser Manufacturing Techniques 19
1.21 Conclusion 20
2 The Evolution of Laser and Laser Technology in Industrial Applications 27
Umakant Shrivastava and Saurabh Mitra
2.1 Introduction to Laser Technology 28
2.2 Historical Development of Lasers 29
2.3 Types of Lasers Used in Industry 32
2.4 Principles of Laser Operation 37
2.5 Laser Manufacturing Techniques 40
2.6 Applications of Lasers in Various Industries 44
2.7 Advantages of Laser Technology in the Industry 47
2.8 Challenges and Limitations of Laser Technology 51
2.9 Future Trends in Laser Technology 55
2.10 Conclusion 59
3 Laser Surface Texturing-Based Property Modifications of Different Materials 61
Prashant Kaushik and Shashi Prakash
3.1 Introduction 62
3.2 Laser Surface Texturing Process 67
3.3 Materials 70
3.4 Applications of Laser-Textured Surface 79
3.5 Regulating the Wettability of the Surface 80
3.6 Surface Texture to Improve Corrosion 82
3.7 Self-Healing 84
3.8 Anti-Biofouling 85
3.9 Anti-Drag 86
3.10 Physical Restrictions of Surface Texturing Using Lasers 87
3.11 Conclusion 87
4 Impact of Laser in the Manufacturing Industry 105
Himanshu Sharma, Rashmi Pathak, Silvia Tanjum, Susmita Deb Tonni, Jaba Tahasin Samiha Treeno and Abdullah Al Noman
4.1 Introduction 106
4.2 Types of Lasers Used in Manufacturing 107
4.3 Applications of Lasers in Manufacturing 114
4.4 Advantages of Laser Technology in Manufacturing 119
4.5 Challenges and Limitations 121
4.6 Case Studies of Laser Integration 123
4.7 Conclusion 126
4.8 Future Research Opportunities 126
5 Laser Manufacturing Across Scales: From Macro to Micro and Nano 133
Preeti Singh Bahadur, Apoorva Singh and Yash Mishra
5.1 Introduction 134
5.2 Macroscopic Laser Manufacturing Methods 135
5.3 Micro-Scale Laser Production Methods 139
5.4 Techniques of Nanoscale Laser Manufacturing 143
5.5 Comparison and Synergies Across Scales 147
5.6 Conclusion 148
6 Laser Synthesis and Microfabrication of Micro and Nano-Structured Materials 159
Preeti Singh Bahadur, Ankita Mathur and Sandip Kunar
6.1 Introduction 160
6.2 Synthetic Techniques of Laser 161
6.3 Carbon Nanomaterials 162
6.4 Diamond‑Like Carbon 168
6.5 Heteroatom‑Doped Carbon 169
6.6 Laser as a Microfabrication Technique for Application 170
6.7 Battery and Supercapacitors Fabricated by Laser Technology 172
6.8 Fabricated Sensor Devices by Laser Technology 174
6.9 Added Applications of Materials Fabricated by Laser Technology 178
6.10 Outlook and Future Challenges 180
7 Water-Assisted Microhole Drilling with Nanosecond Lasers 193
Mehul Mendiratta and Shashi Prakash
7.1 Introduction 194
7.2 Different Techniques of Laser Micro-Drilling 197
7.3 Mechanism of Nanosecond Laser Micro-Drilling 199
7.4 Influence of Input Parameters on Hole Quality and Drilling Characteristics 203
7.5 Challenges and Future Prospects of Nanosecond Water-Assisted Laser Micro-Drilling 213
7.6 Conclusion 214
8 Lasers in Action: Revolutionizing Science, Industry, and Beyond 221
Umakant Shrivastava and Abhay Gupta
8.1 Introduction to Lasers 222
8.2 History of Laser Development 223
8.3 Fundamentals of Laser Technology 223
8.4 Applications of Lasers in Science 227
8.5 Industrial Applications of Lasers 230
8.6 Medical Applications of Lasers 234
8.7 Lasers in Telecommunications 236
8.8 Emerging Technologies and Innovations 239
8.9 Environmental and Safety Considerations 242
8.10 Challenges 244
8.11 Future Trends in Laser Technology 244
8.12 Conclusion 247
9 Multidisciplinary Applications of Laser Technology 251
Vijay Bhutani, Preeti Singh Bahadur and Sunil Kumar Sansaniwal
9.1 Introduction 252
9.2 Related Work 255
9.3 Advancements in Laser Technology 257
9.4 Biomedical Applications of Lasers 259
9.5 Industrial and Manufacturing Innovations 262
9.6 Impact on Sustainability and Precision Engineering 266
9.7 Environmental and Energy Applications of Laser Technology 267
9.8 Emerging Trends and Future Directions in Laser Technology 272
9.9 Conclusion 276
10 Market Growth and Sustainability: The Role of Laser Processing Machines in the Automotive Industry 281
Arshi Naim, Preeti Singh Bahadur and Hesham Magd
10.1 Introduction 282
10.2 Literature Review 284
10.3 Research Methodology 287
10.4 Results 288
10.5 Conclusion 297
11 Laser-Assisted Green Manufacturing: Advancing Environmental Sustainability 301
Ankita Mathur and Preeti Singh Bahadur
11.1 Introduction 301
11.2 Sustainable Manufacturing Application 303
11.3 Benefits of Green Laser Technology for the Environment 311
11.4 Progress in Food Processing 315
11.5 Conclusion 317
References 317
Index 323
About the Author :
Preeti Singh Bahadur, PhD is an Associate Professor in the Applied Science Department, Amity University, India with more than 21 years of research and teaching experience. She has published more than 90 research articles in various journals, presented more than 25 papers at international conferences, and written several book chapters. Her current areas of interest are condensed matter physics, lasers, optics, optoelectronics, cyanides, superoxide, and fullerene materials.
Sandip Kunar, PhD is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Aditya University, India. He has published more than 60 research papers in various reputed national and international journals and conferences proceedings, 55 book chapters, 20 books, and one patent. His research interests include non-conventional machining processes, micromachining processes, advanced manufacturing.
Arshi Naim, PhD is an Associate Professor of Business Management at King Khalid University, Saudi Arabia. She has written several web articles and edited more than six science books. She has developed business management modules on subjects such as supply chain management, customer relationship management, E-commerce, accounting information systems, and information systems strategic management.
