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Robots and Lasers

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The unique combination of laser and robotic technology has recently aroused international interest for welding, heat treating, cutting, machining and many other applications. Due to recent developments involving delivery of laser energy through the integration and use of robotics, new applications are being explored, evaluated and implemented.

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  1. Bannister, R. D., “Lasers and Robots — A Tale of Two Technologies,” Proceedings of Robots 8, pp 5–1 to 5–25.

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Miller, R.K. (1989). Robots and Lasers. In: Industrial Robot Handbook. VNR Competitive Manufacturing Series. Springer, Boston, MA. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4684-6608-9_27

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