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This book presents "The Laser as a Tool". It follows the laser beam on its path from the laser unit, through the beam delivery system all the way to the workpiece, and presents all important laser
processes. Applications from the field show what a universal tool the laser has become in the industrial world.
With its generous use of colors throughout and its premium quality, the book offers a wealth of information on:
- The fundamentals of laser technology and its applications, in 6 chapters, on 280 pages, with 232 pictures and 137 graphics
- First-hand expertise: precise, compact and easy to understand
- Numerous examples from renowned companies provide first-hand impressions and an in-depth look in many areas
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Chapter Samples
Chapter 1
The world of light
- Light in nature and artificial light
- What is light?
- How light is created
- The world of light (159 KB)
Chapter 2
Beam sources for materials processing
- Fundamentals of laser technology
- CO2 gas lasers
- Solid-state lasers
- Diode lasers
- Beam sources for materials processing (263 KB)
Chapter 3
From the beam source to the workpiece
- Fiber optic laser cables, mirrors etc.: Different beam guidance systems
- Focusing
- Changing polarization and frequency
- From the beam source to the workpiece (436 KB)
Chapter 4
A world of possibilities - The processes
- Behind it all (224 KB)
- Cutting
- Drilling
- Structuring and ablation
- Joining
- Deposition and laser forming
- Surface treatment
- Marking
Chapter 5
The ubiquitous laser - Application examples- Household and lifestyle
- On the move
- Electronics
- Medical technology
- Recreation and leisure
- Application examples (137 KB)
Chapter 6
A brilliant future
Researchers, manufacturers and users discuss the development of the laser and venture a look at the future.
- What is research currently focusing on?
- Which types of lasers will come out on top?
- What expectations do the users have?
- What will the laser machine of the future look like?
- A brilliant future (58 KB)
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