Factors influencing laser cutting of wood

V.G. Barnekov; C.W. McMillin; H.A. Huber

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Factors influencing laser cutting of wood

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Authors:

V.G. Barnekov, C.W. McMillin, H.A. Huber

Year:

1986

Type:

Scientific Journal

Station:

Southern Research Station

Source:

Forest Products Journal 36(1):55-58

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Abstract

Factors influencing the ability of lasers to cut wood may be generally classified into these three areas: 1) characteristics of the laser beam; 2) equipment and processing variables; and 3) properties of the workpiece. Effects of beam power, mode, polarization, and stability are discussed as are aspects of optics, location of focal point, feed speed, gas-jet assist system and workpiece thickness, density, and moisture content.

Citation

Barnekov, V.G.; McMillin, C.W.; Huber, H.A. 1986. Factors influencing laser cutting of wood. Forest Products Journal 36(1):55-58