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Revolutionizing Aerospace with Laser Technology

A guest article by Martin Grolms | Translated by AI 8 min Reading Time

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The Fraunhofer ILT uses modern laser technologies to address the challenges of aviation. Laser-based processes can be used to efficiently produce or repair high-performance components.

Laser deposition welding: A flexible and fast alternative to conventional production with forming, welding and mechanical processing.(Image: Fraunhofer-ILT/Volker Lannert)
Laser deposition welding: A flexible and fast alternative to conventional production with forming, welding and mechanical processing.
(Image: Fraunhofer-ILT/Volker Lannert)

The aerospace industry is undergoing profound change. Companies are facing the challenge of drastically shortening development cycles, developing more sustainable technologies and reducing costs at the same time. In addition, advances in satellite technology require new manufacturing approaches in order to develop smaller, lighter and more powerful systems.