Progress in Laser-Assisted Manufacturing and Materials Processing

Dear Colleagues,

Laser-based technologies have become indispensable in modern manufacturing and materials processing, offering unparalleled precision, flexibility, and efficiency. From microfabrication to large-scale industrial applications, lasers play a critical role in shaping advanced materials, enhancing product quality, and improving production sustainability. Recent innovations in ultrafast lasers, beam shaping, and hybrid processing techniques have further expanded the capabilities of laser-assisted manufacturing. As industries increasingly adopt smart manufacturing and automation, understanding the fundamental interactions between lasers and materials, as well as optimizing process parameters, remains a key research priority.

Scope of the Special Issue

This Special Issue aims to present cutting-edge research and recent advancements in laser-assisted manufacturing and materials processing. We welcome original research articles and review papers covering, but not limited to, the following topics:

• Laser–Matter Interaction: Fundamental studies on laser-induced thermal, mechanical, and chemical effects.
• Advanced Laser Processing Techniques: Innovations in laser cutting, welding, drilling, surface structuring, and texturing.
• Additive Manufacturing: Laser-based approaches for metal, polymer, and composite fabrication.
• Hybrid and Multi-Process Laser Techniques: Integration of lasers with mechanical, chemical, or electrical processing methods.
• Process Monitoring and Optimization: AI, machine learning, and real-time sensing for quality control and efficiency improvement.
• Laser Processing of Advanced Materials: Applications in high-performance alloys, ceramics, semiconductors, and biomaterials.
• Environmental and Sustainability Aspects: Energy efficiency, waste reduction, and green manufacturing strategies.

This Special Issue serves as a platform for researchers and industry professionals to exchange insights and foster innovation in laser-assisted manufacturing and materiasls processing. We encourage contributions that bridge fundamental research with industrial applications, showcasing the transformative impact of laser technologies in modern manufacturing.

Dr. Antaryami Mohanta
Guest Editor

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