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Advances in Laser-Assisted Manufacturing Techniques

A special issue of Journal of Manufacturing and Materials Processing (ISSN 2504-4494).

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 March 2025 | Viewed by 2317

Special Issue Editors

Dr. Oscar Barro

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LaserOn Research Group, CINTECX, School of Engineering, Universidade de Vigo (UVIGO), Lagoas Marcosende, 36310 Vigo, Spain
Interests: laser materials processing; additive manufacturing; laser additive manufacturing; metallic biomaterials; laser cladding; directed energy deposition; microstructure; mechanical properties; biocompatibility
Dr. Rafael Comesaña

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1. Materials Engineering, Applied Mechanics and Construction, University of Vigo, Vigo, Spain
2. LaserON Laser Applications Research Group, University of Vigo, Industrial Technological Research Centre-MTI, Rúa Maxwel, 36310 Vigo, Spain
Interests: laser materials processing; laser surface modification; laser cladding; laser texturization; nanoparticle production by laser ablation; biomaterials processing and characterization
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Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

This Special Issue aims to showcase cutting-edge research and developments in laser-assisted manufacturing. Emphasizing precision and efficiency, this collection will cover a range of topics, including laser cutting, welding, drilling, surface treatment, and additive manufacturing.

For this Special Issue, researchers are requested to submit their research work on innovative applications, novel techniques, and the integration of laser technology with other advanced manufacturing processes. The goal is to highlight how laser technology is revolutionizing manufacturing, enhancing product quality, and driving industrial innovation.

Suitable topics for this Special Issue include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Laser-based additive manufacturing;
  • Laser cladding;
  • Laser cutting;
  • Laser surface treatment;
  • Laser welding;
  • Laser surface treatment;
  • Laser-based directed energy deposition (DED);
  • Laser-based powder bed fusion (PBF);
  • Laser-based powder bed sintering (PBS).

Dr. Oscar Barro
Dr. Rafael Comesaña
Guest Editors

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Submitted manuscripts should not have been published previously, nor be under consideration for publication elsewhere (except conference proceedings papers). All manuscripts are thoroughly refereed through a single-blind peer-review process. A guide for authors and other relevant information for submission of manuscripts is available on the Instructions for Authors page. Journal of Manufacturing and Materials Processing is an international peer-reviewed open access monthly journal published by MDPI.

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Keywords

  • laser-based additive manufacturing
  • laser cladding
  • laser cutting
  • laser surface treatment
  • laser welding
  • laser surface treatment
  • laser-based directed energy deposition (DED)
  • laser-based powder bed fusion (PBF)
  • laser-based powder bed sintering (PBS)

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Multi-Criteria Optimization of Laser Cladding: Integrating Process Parameters and Costs
by Óscar Barro, Felipe Arias-González, Ana Mejías, Fernando Lusquiños, Daniel Wallerstein, Jesús del Val, Juan Pardo and Juan Pou
J. Manuf. Mater. Process. 2025, 9(2), 61; https://doi.org/10.3390/jmmp9020061 - 15 Feb 2025
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This study presents a novel approach in the laser cladding optimization field by integrating economic analysis with performance optimization. Despite extensive research on laser cladding technical performance, its economic evaluation—particularly when merged with productivity assessment—has scarcely received attention. This work addresses this gap [...] Read more.
This study presents a novel approach in the laser cladding optimization field by integrating economic analysis with performance optimization. Despite extensive research on laser cladding technical performance, its economic evaluation—particularly when merged with productivity assessment—has scarcely received attention. This work addresses this gap by integrating an economic and productivity analysis with a standard performance evaluation through the employment of a multi-criteria optimization approach to balance technical and economic performances. To achieve this objective, a multi-parametric optimization via response surface methodology (RSM) and desirability function analysis has been developed. Results indicate that the employment of desirability analysis after RSM modeling is a valuable approach for laser cladding analysis, allowing the particular weighting of each result and providing the possibility of selecting processing parameters depending on the specific objective at any given time. Full article
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A Study on Laser-Assisted Cylindrical Grinding of Superhard Diamond Composite (DSiC) Materials: Surface Integrity and Efficiency
by Masih Paknejad, Bahman Azarhoushang, Robert Bösinger and Esmaeil Ghadiri Zahrani
J. Manuf. Mater. Process. 2025, 9(2), 56; https://doi.org/10.3390/jmmp9020056 - 11 Feb 2025
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A novel laser-assisted cylindrical grinding process has been developed to enhance the machining of silicon-carbide-bonded diamond composites (DSiCs), critical for improving the performance and durability of components in subsea pump applications. DSiCs, containing approximately 50% diamond by volume, exhibit excellent mechanical and thermal [...] Read more.
A novel laser-assisted cylindrical grinding process has been developed to enhance the machining of silicon-carbide-bonded diamond composites (DSiCs), critical for improving the performance and durability of components in subsea pump applications. DSiCs, containing approximately 50% diamond by volume, exhibit excellent mechanical and thermal properties. The conventional grinding of these superhard materials presents challenges such as high grinding forces, elevated temperatures, and significant tool wear. To overcome these difficulties, a laser-assisted cylindrical grinding process has been developed, utilizing ultra-short-pulse laser radiation to induce material ablation with controlled structural damages, thereby reducing grinding forces, temperatures, and tool wear. This research investigates the influence of grinding wheel specifications and grinding parameters on surface quality and tool life. The results indicate modest enhancements in surface integrity, achieving damage-free ground surfaces, and notable improvements in grinding ratio (G-ratio) by up to 247% and actual removal depth by up to 99% compared to conventional grinding. The laser-assisted cylindrical grinding process using vitrified-bonded diamond wheels holds significant promise for advancing subsea pump technology by enabling the use of DSiCs and achieving plateau ground surfaces. Full article
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The Influence of Laser Cutting Parameters on the Heat-Affected Zone in Fast-Growing Malaysian Wood Species
by Mohd Sharizal Sobri, Sharizal Ahmad Sobri, Mohd Natashah Norizan, Andi Hermawan, Mohd Hazim Mohamad Amini, Mazlan Mohamed, Wan Omar Ali Saifuddin Wan Ismail and Al Amin Mohamed Sultan
J. Manuf. Mater. Process. 2025, 9(2), 54; https://doi.org/10.3390/jmmp9020054 - 7 Feb 2025
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Wood is a naturally occurring renewable resource widely used in various industries, including in construction, packaging, furniture, and paneling. In Malaysia, 80% of furniture products are made from wood, making it a crucial material in this sector. Laser cutting is an advanced machining [...] Read more.
Wood is a naturally occurring renewable resource widely used in various industries, including in construction, packaging, furniture, and paneling. In Malaysia, 80% of furniture products are made from wood, making it a crucial material in this sector. Laser cutting is an advanced machining technique that enhances precision and minimizes material waste, yet its thermal effects, particularly the heat-affected zone (HAZ), remain a challenge. This study investigates how laser cutting parameters—including the laser power, traverse speed, and focus position—affect HAZ formation in two fast-growing Malaysian wood species, Acacia mangium and Azadirachta excelsa. This research seeks to determine the optimal laser settings that minimize HAZ dimensions while maintaining cutting precision. A diode laser cutting system was used to analyze the effects of three laser power levels (800, 1500, and 2400 mW), three traverse speeds (2, 5, and 10 mm/s), and three focus positions (on-focus, +0.2 mm, and −0.2 mm). We employed statistical analysis, including a two-way ANOVA, to assess the significance of these parameters and their interactions (p < 0.001). The results indicate that a higher laser power and slower speeds significantly increase the HAZ’s width and depth, with Azadirachta excelsa exhibiting a greater HAZ width but shallower penetration compared to Acacia mangium. A slight above-focus position (+0.2 mm) reduces the HAZ’s width, whereas a below-focus position (−0.2 mm) increases the HAZ’s depth. The optimal parameters for minimizing HAZ dimensions while ensuring efficient cutting were identified as a 1500 mW laser power, a 10 mm/s traverse speed, and an on-focus position (0 mm). This study provides practical insights into laser parameter optimization for tropical wood species, contributing to improved precision in laser machining and sustainable wood processing practices. These findings support industries in adopting advanced, high-quality laser cutting techniques tailored to fast-growing wood resources. Full article
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