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What Are The Advantages Of Laser Micromachining For Dental Implants And Other Medical Devices

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  The modern method of laser micromachining is the process of using ultrafast lasers for cutting, drilling, welding, or making other material modifications to achieve features at the single or double-digit micrometer level. Compared to more conventional uses such as a hole and via drilling, the picosecond and femtosecond laser micromachining has progressed as a reliable method for precise manufacturing. For various industries, picosecond and femtosecond laser micromachining help in fine drilling & machining of hard metals and ceramics as well as soft plastic. It also helps shape various nano and microtextures for the improvement of surface functions and properties in products. Micromachining of dental implants Microtexturization of the layers of an implant tested to improve bone formation in dental implants is one of the many femtosecond lasers applications. The laser industry continues to deliver advanced laser solutions to today's processing problems. Each laser micromac...

Why Picosecond Laser Micromachining Of Tungsten Carbide Is A Superior Method To Others

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Even though it’s known as a hard-to-machine material, Tungsten carbide (WC) is widely used as a material in tools. Due to its special properties, such as dimensional stability, extreme hardness, outstanding wear resistance, and chemical inertness, tungsten carbide is utilized in many industries. Traditional mechanical machining techniques, such as electrical discharge machining (EDM) & grinding, can encounter difficulties such as tool damage, rapid tool breakage, and time-consuming repairs due to material toughness and strength. If EDM is used in processing tungsten carbide (WC), there could be many machining problems, including a heat-affected layer formed on machined surfaces and a discharge-induced rough surface. Consequently, a post-polishing process is necessary, which makes the whole manufacturing process very sluggish and raises the cost of production. Besides, for the EDM operation, a shaped electrode must be produced, which usually wears and must be remodeled or replaced...