Design for Industry Medical
6D Point Precision improves laser processing 20
June 2023
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Laser processing machines can achieve highly accurate positioning with sub-micron-level precision and repeatability. This level of precision is crucial in many industries, such as aerospace, automotive, and medical device manufacturing, where the accuracy of laser processing can have a significant impact on the quality and safety of the final product. They enable manufacturers to produce high-quality, intricate parts with speed and precision. Today, laser processing machines can cut complicated shapes but they are typically limited to working in two dimensions. This means that when more complex geometries or cuts are needed, it is necessary to cut in one dimension, turn the part, and cut again. This often makes the process prohibitively time-consuming and expensive. Therefore, motion control systems for laser processing can benefit from 6D repeatability performance validated by the 6D Point Precision performance specification. “Laser processing is often faster and more cost-effective than traditional machining methods, and with increasing demand for miniaturization, customization, and automation, laser processing technologies are poised to play an even more significant role in the future, driving innovation and improving productivity in various industries,” said Bill Hennessey, president of Alio Industries. As a manufacturer of high-precision motion control systems, Alio uses 6D Point Precision to validate the 6D repeatability performance of its single DESIGN WORLD
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