We would like to invite you to a very special Laser Safety for Industrial Applications workshop with Professor John Tyrer and Dr. Lewis Jones from Wolfson School of Mechanical, Electrical and Manufacturing Engineering of Loughborough University, UK.
The workshop is part of the HiLASE Center’s “ Light at the Service of Society” activities.
AGENDA
13:40 – 14:00 Registration
14:00 – 14:15 Welcome, HiLASE Centre introduction | Martin Smrž
14:15 – 14:30 Advanced laser processing and manufacturing technologies | Jan Brajer
14:30 – 15:15 Hazard of fumes generated by laser material processing | Dr Lewis Jones
15:15 – 16:00 Laser safety for laser welding and cleaning | Professor John Tyrer
16:00 – 16:30 End & Networking
WHEN: 1.11.2023 od 14:00 – 16:30
WHERE: ZOOM: REGISTRATION LINK and Centrum HiLASE | Za Radnicí 828 | 252 41 Dolní Břežany | mapka
LANGUAGE: ENGLISH
PRICE: FREE
Managing Laser-Generated Fume Hazards: A Critical Aspect of Laser Safety
This presentation emphasises the significance of laser-generated fume hazards as one of the major limiting factors to laser safety. We’ll delve into the composition of these fumes, associated risks, and effective control measures, showcasing findings from recent research studies and lessons learnt from laser cutting in heavy industry and medical environments. Attend to learn how to protect workers and ensure a safer work environment in laser-based industries.TOPICS
Laser Safety in Welding and Cleaning: Optical Hazards and the Importance of Engineering Controls
Explore laser safety in welding and cleaning processes with a specific focus on the crucial role of engineering controls. This presentation will feature updates on safety standards from the convener of the IEC working group on High Power Lasers and Laser Systems. Laser applications in these fields are growing, but optical risks are paramount. Learn about the significance of engineering controls, including safety guarding, interlock systems, and how to adopt a proactive approach to laser safety.
Advanced laser processing and manufacturing technologies
Advanced laser processing and manufacturing technologies are related to the use of high-end lasers together with advanced sensors, feedback control, and machine learning. These include the functionalisation of surfaces using micro and nanostructures, increasing the durability of metal components and manufacturing components using hybrid technologies, etc. Functionalization means influencing surface properties, such as friction or biocompatibility, using clearly defined structures. It is also about extending the lifetime and safety of critical components by the controlled introduction of residual surface stresses. In terms of technology, we are talking about the use of LSP (Laser Shock Peening), LMM (Laser Micromachining) and LIDT (Laser Induced Damage Threshold). This also includes laser welding and 3D printing.