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Overview
Lasers are now recognized as practical alternatives to conventional techniques for many industrial applications. After reviewing the basic theory the book provides an insight into equipment technology and applications.
Synopsis
Lasers are now recognized as practical alternatives to conventional techniques for many industrial applications. After reviewing the basic theory the book provides an insight into equipment technology and applications.
Booknews
After a brief review of the basic theory, focuses on the practical aspects of the equipment, technology, and applications of using lasers in manufacturing. Among the types discussed are pulsed, continuous wave and Q-switched Nd:YAG, gas, and excimer. The applications include machining, drilling, cutting, welding, and surface heat treatment. Refined from an annual course at Essex University Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)