Mechanical Properties of Metal Components
The mechanical properties of a metal define how it reacts when subjected to mechanical forces and loads. These properties are crucial for engineers and designers to select the right material for a specific application, ensuring performance, safety, and reliability. Here are the key mechanical properties: 1. Strength Strength is the ability of a metal to […]
Types of Lasers Used for Welding
Lasers used for welding can be divided into several categories according to the active medium that produces the laser: Type Active Medium Wavelength Advantages Limitations Applications Fiber Laser Welding Rare-earth-doped Glass Optical Fiber ~1070nm 1. Extremely high Wall-plug efficiency (30-50%) 2. Excellent beam quality 3. Low maintenance costs 1. High equipment costs 2. Welding […]
