Advances in Laser Processing

Dear Colleagues,

Lasers are routinely used as tools with exceptional capabilities in many applications of materials processing. The development of new laser sources and processes is continuously expanding the use and performance of laser materials processing.

This Special Issue welcomes novel contributions reporting advances in applications of laser materials processing. The processes included in the scope of this Special Issue range from the most conventional applications such as laser cutting, welding, marking, cladding, annealing, or surface treatment, to the most recent ones, such as additive manufacturing, the synthesis of nanomaterials, micro-  and nano-manufacturing, and other new processes. Of great interest are works that support new insights into fundamental mechanisms using experimental, theoretical, or computational methods or combinations of these approaches. Contributions should concern any materials processing application where lasers are an essential tool; contributions dealing with laser processing of metals, ceramics, and biomaterials are especially welcome.

Prof. Félix Quintero Martínez
Prof. Juan Pou
Dr. Antonio Riveiro
Guest Editors

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