Laser Beam Cladding Research Articles

High-Power Laser Beam Cladding

This paper reports major advances in the understanding, refinement and application of high-power laser beam cladding. The most important relationships between essential laser process variables and clad characteristics are defined. The unmatched control of energy inherent in laser beam processing has satisfied challenging, requirements in material cladding applications. Significant refinements in control of optics, substrate and consumables are reported. Unprecedented applications, such as cladding of copper on steel and cladding within confined space envelopes, highlight the technical advantages of the laser process and underscore rewards of investments in laser metalworking development.