Scientists from Scotland's Heriot Watt University have developed an ultra-fast laser welding system that's thought could revolutionise manufacturing. The process has been devised by the EPSRC Centre for Innovative Manufacturing in Laser-based Production Processes. "We tested the welds at -50C to 90C and the welds remained intact, so we know they are robust enough to cope with extreme conditions. A new method of manufacturing is being tested at Heriot-Watt's Laser Research Centre. The ability to weld metal and glass, traditionally very tricky due to differing thermal properties, has ramifications for the aerospace, defence, optical technology and healthcare.
Scientists from Scotland's Heriot Watt University have developed an ultra-fast laser welding system that's thought could revolutionise manufacturing. The process has been devised by the EPSRC Centre for Innovative Manufacturing in Laser-based Production Processes. A new method of manufacturing is being tested at Heriot-Watt's Laser Research Centre. The ability to weld metal and glass, traditionally very tricky due to differing thermal properties, has ramifications for the aerospace, defence, optical technology and healthcare.