LAB1 - Future Laser Processing Lab

One research focus in  the Innovation Campus Future Mobility (ICM) comprises a variety of different activities  on universal laser processing.

Aim and approach

The aim of the Future Lab for Universal Laser Processing is to develop a new type of research infrastructure with which the potential of universal laser processing can be researched and made tangible and accessible to industry in Baden-Württemberg. In particular, the future lab for Universal laser processing will enable the ICM to research and further develop the combination of laser-based processes and to reliably assess the quality already during the process.

Central components of the future lab for universal laser processing:

• Universal laser source for fast (few µs) switching between cw & USP laser radiation.
• Modular processing center for the investigation of combined laser processes based on an experimental PBF system.
• Flexible diagnostics system for in-process quality monitoring
• Modular kinematics system for exploring different kinematics configurations
• Open control architecture for adaptable and expandable system control
• Representation of the future lab for universal laser processing