Coaxid - Omni-directional inner diameter laser cladding optic

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Contributors

  • Frank Kubisch - , Fraunhofer Institute for Material and Beam Technology (Author)
  • Steffen Nowotny - , Fraunhofer Institute for Material and Beam Technology (Author)
  • Christoph Leyens - , Chair of Materials Technology, TUD Dresden University of Technology (Author)
  • Eckhard Beyer - , Chair of Laser and Surface Technology, TUD Dresden University of Technology (Author)
  • Anja Techel - , Fraunhofer Institute for Material and Beam Technology (Author)

Abstract

Laser ID materials deposition is applied for inner surface coatings of abrasively loaded tools, the generative fabrication of inner 3D structures of aero engines and gas turbines as well as the repair of local damages in oil drilling tools. The core element of the modularly designed ID cladding head presented here is a multi-jet coaxial powder nozzle. This nozzle concept permits a precise powder supply in any welding position, independently from gravity and welding direction. Thus, not only simple inner coatings are applicable, but also complex shaped metal structures can be generated in internal areas with restricted accessibility. All media supply, such as powder, shielding gas, cooling water, is safely packaged inside the processing head. The optical elements for shaping and focusing the laser beam are interchangeable and permit the use of disc and Nd:YAG laser up to 3 kW laser power. Currently, the minimum ID caliber is 4 inches, and the maximum immersion depth amounts to 40 inches. Current developments aim at the reduction of the minimum diameter to 2 inches and increased immersion depths to more than one meter by using diode laser with high power.

Details

Original languageEnglish
Pages725-728
Number of pages4
Publication statusPublished - 2011
Peer-reviewedYes

Conference

Title30th International Congress on Applications of Lasers and Electro-Optics, ICALEO 2011
Duration23 - 27 October 2011
CityOrlando, FL
CountryUnited States of America