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Laser Material Processing

  • Textbook
  • © 1991

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Authors:
  1. William M. Steen

    1. Mechanical Engineering Department, University of Liverpool, Liverpool, UK

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Table of contents (10 chapters)

  1. Front Matter

    Pages i-xiii
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  2. Prologue

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    Pages 1-6

  3. Background and General Applications

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    Pages 7-39

  4. Basic Laser Optics

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    Pages 40-68

  5. Laser Cutting

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    Pages 69-107

  6. Laser Welding

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    Pages 108-144

  7. Heat Flow Theory

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    Pages 145-171

  8. Laser Surface Treatment

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    Pages 172-219

  9. Laser Automation and In-Process Sensing

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    Pages 220-243

  10. Laser Safety

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    Pages 244-252

  11. Epilogue

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    Pages 253-256

  12. Back Matter

    Pages 257-266
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About this book

Laser Material Processing is an introductory book on the application of lasers to cutting, welding, and the many new processes in surface treatment. Background information on surface treatment processes is provided to give the reader a real understanding of the process mechanisms, method of application, and industrial potential. Additionally, there are sections on basic optics, theoretical modelling, automation and safety. The material presented is based upon a course Professor Steen presents to groups from British Aerospace, and to his own MSc students in laser technology. This unique combination of topics has excellent potential as university course material for undergraduate, graduate, and postgraduate studies in optoelectronics, laser processing, and advanced manufacturing. Engineers and technicians in these areas will also find the book a welcome source of information on the rapidly expanding use of industrial lasers.

Authors and Affiliations

  • Mechanical Engineering Department, University of Liverpool, Liverpool, UK

    William M. Steen

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