Recent Trends in Laser Arc Additive Manufacturing Process: A Review
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https://doi.org/10.31272/mjmes.v2i1.19Keywords:
Welding, Additive manufacturing, Laser, Arc, HybridAbstract
Additional manufacturing technology has been used by using the laser bracket manufacturing method for the purpose of producing various geometric components. This method is characterized by many advantages and also there is a structure that can be described in low and these materials are characterized by highly controlled synthetic synthesis and are characterized by accurate engineering and featuring high deposition rates. It was noted that this method is of a complex nature where this method contains changes in structural and controlled parameters that mechanical, thermal and chemical behavior is affected by those variables. Studies on laser-based additive manufacturing show that improved mechanical properties—such as hardness, fracture resistance, yield strength, and ultimate tensile strength—are closely linked to microstructural advancements. As well because of exact control produces accurate structures, which are affected by microscopic substances. This exact control results in reduced structural contrast and improving granular size as well as improving morphological characteristics. For the purpose of improving the quality of the surface and significantly reducing the article, it has used an advanced technique for predicting the subsequent layer. In addition, interconnection between sedimentary layers may improve and this leads to treatment for conventional metals.
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