About this Abstract |
| Meeting |
2026 Annual International Solid Freeform Fabrication Symposium (SFF Symp 2026)
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| Symposium
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2026 Annual International Solid Freeform Fabrication Symposium (SFF Symp 2026)
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| Presentation Title |
Beam Focus and Parametric Process Mapping for Diode Laser Additive Manufacturing |
| Author(s) |
Ahmet KUS, Zaher Alshehri, Kamran MUMTAZ |
| On-Site Speaker (Planned) |
Ahmet KUS |
| Abstract Scope |
Diode Area Melting (DAM) is an emerging variant of Laser Powder Bed Fusion (LPBF) that employs a multi-laser array, offering a novel approach to metal additive manufacturing. This study investigates the use of low-wavelength (~450 nm) blue diode lasers in a multi-laser configuration. While conventional parameters such as scanning speed and hatch spacing remain critical, this work highlights the often-overlooked influence of focal length on process performance. The system utilises individual 3.5 W lasers, delivering a combined power of approximately 30 W over a 0.045 mm˛ irradiation area (around 700 W/mm˛). Due to the relatively low power per diode, precise focusing and minimisation of spot size are essential for effective energy delivery. Experimental results on Ti-6Al-4V demonstrate that a slight defocus of 0.1 mm can reduce part density by approximately 3%, underscoring the sensitivity of the process to focal adjustment. |
| Proceedings Inclusion? |
Undecided |