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Laser Micromachining Fires Up the Next Little Thing

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Continued advancements in laser pulse width, output power, and system designs are blazing trails for new applications and growth in laser micromachining.

HANK HOGAN, CONTRIBUTING EDITOR

Driven by demand from automotive, electronics, medical devices, and other end markets, the micromachining market is on track to grow at a 6.9% compound annual growth rate over the next six years to reach a market value of $4 billion, according to a June report from Acumen Research and Consulting. Micromachining encompasses a number of technologies that are capable of cutting, drilling, and welding miniature components and features. But laser micromachining stands out for the unique combination of advantages that it delivers. The ability to apply various wavelengths, powers, repetition...Read full article

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    Published: August 2021
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