Advanced and Efficient Non-Destructive Laser Cleaning
A special issue of Photonics (ISSN 2304-6732). This special issue belongs to the section "New Applications Enabled by Photonics Technologies and Systems".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 December 2026 | Viewed by 290
Editors
Interests: laser additive manufacturing; laser texturing; laser quenching; surface modification; roll texturing; gear processing; MIG hybrid heat source; laser surface engineering; advanced manufacturing; tribology
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Interests: intelligent tribology; piezoelectric instrumentation; laser micromachining; cryogenic evaluation
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
With the increasing demand for precision manufacturing, laser cleaning has emerged as a pivotal green photonics technology, effectively replacing traditional chemical and mechanical methods. This Special Issue focuses on the intricate mechanisms of laser–matter interaction during the removal of contaminants such as rust and oxide layers. We aim to explore the critical balance between achieving a high cleaning efficiency and remaining below the substrate damage threshold, particularly in relation to the impact of plasma shockwaves. Furthermore, we seek to address the quantitative characterization of surfaces’ roughness and cleanliness, which are essential for quality control. The topics of interest include novel scanning strategies, real-time monitoring systems, and the optimization of optical parameters to prevent thermal damage while ensuring thorough decontamination. By bringing together cutting-edge research, this Issue will provide a comprehensive overview of the current state and future directions of intelligent laser cleaning technologies.
Dr. Yuyang He
Dr. Yanhu Zhang
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- laser cleaning
- roughness
- cleanliness
- cleaning efficiency
- oxide layer
- rust
- substrate damage threshold
- scanning strategy
- plasma shockwave
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