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The theory of laser materials processing : heat and mass transfer in modern technology

John Dowden
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In this paper, the authors present a comprehensive numerical simulation of laser materials processing, including keyhole welding, keyhole cutting, and femtosecond laser Pulse Interactions with metals.
Abstract
Mathematics in Laser Processing.- Simulation of Laser Cutting.- Keyhole Welding: The Solid and Liquid Phases.- Laser Keyhole Welding: The Vapour Phase.- Basic Concepts of Laser Drilling.- Arc Welding and Hybrid Laser-Arc Welding.- Metallurgy of Welding and Hardening.- Laser Cladding.- Laser Forming.- Femtosecond Laser Pulse Interactions with Metals.- Comprehensive Numerical Simulation of Laser Materials Processing.

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