Laser-based ultrasound detects defect-producing features in metal 3D printing - Phys.org

4/28/2022 12:00:00 AM3 yearsago
by Jeremy Thomas
by Jeremy Thomas
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) researchers have developed a new all-optical ultrasound technique capable of performing on-demand characterization of melt tracks and detecting formation of defects in a popular metal 3D printing process.
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) researchers have developed a new all-optical ultrasound technique capable of performing on-demand characterization of melt tracks and detecting formation… [+4492 chars]
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