Functional surface formation by efficient laser ablation using single-pulse and burst-modes

Surfaces inspired by nature and their replication find great interest in science, technology, and medicine due to their unique functional properties. This research aimed to develop an efficient laser milling technology using single-pulse- and burst-modes of irradiation to replicate bio-inspired stru...

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Published in:arXiv.org 2021-02
Main Authors: Žemaitis, Andrius, Mantas Gaidys, Mikšys, Justinas, Gečys, Paulius, Gedvilas, Mindaugas
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Laser ablation
Laser machining
Riblets
Surface roughness
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Summary:Surfaces inspired by nature and their replication find great interest in science, technology, and medicine due to their unique functional properties. This research aimed to develop an efficient laser milling technology using single-pulse- and burst-modes of irradiation to replicate bio-inspired structures over large areas at high speed. The ability to form the trapezoidal-riblets inspired by shark skin at high production speeds while maintaining the lowest possible surface roughness was demonstrated.
ISSN:2331-8422
DOI:10.48550/arxiv.2103.03687