In 1997, John O’Connell and Ronald Schaeffer founded PhotoMachining, Inc., a world leader in precision micromachining applications. The company specializes in the use of Ultraviolet (UV) and Ultra Short Pulse (USP) lasers. Their lasers come in a wide variety of wavelengths, which enables them to provide the laser industry with laser micromachining, contract manufacturing, and […]
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Introduction to Laser Micromanufacturing
By Ronald D. Schaeffer Laser micromanufacturing is just like traditional manufacturing except that we use photons (light!) instead of, for instance, drill bits and saw blades. Lasers are used for machining, marking, welding and surface treatment. This article provides a brief summary of how lasers are used in several exemplary situations. In conclusion, a discussion […]
Using UV Laser Surface Treatment to Modify the Wettability Characteristics of Polyamide 6,6 and its Effects on Osteoblast Cell Activity
By: David G. Waugh and Jonathan Lawrence Wolfson School of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering, Loughborough University, UK Lincoln School of Engineering, University of Lincoln, UK The need for biological implants grows year upon year and it has been realized that there is a drive within the biomedical industry for cheaper and easier to manufacture products. This […]