This presentation will discuss the advancements in high-power laser manufacturing including the study of physical mechanisms, novel process development, intelligent online sensing and control strategies, and prototype testing for turn-key systems for variable hybrid laser welding and additive manufacturing applications. And, data will be shared regarding a fully-automated hybrid laser/arc welding system installed at the world's largest rolling stock manufacturer.
Overview
About the Speaker
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Fanrong Kong
ESAB Welding and CuttingBiographyFanrong Kong has a Ph.D. from the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Southern Methodist University (2009). He joined ESAB in 2013 and is currently the Global Technical Director of Laser Products at ESAB, Manager of the ESAB Advanced Joining Center at SMU, and Vice-Chair of the AWS-C7 Committee. His 18-year focus on high-power laser materials processing includes publishing 100 peer-reviewed laser manufacturing-related research articles and three book chapters.
Pricing & Registration
| Sessions | Member Price | Non-Member Price |
|---|---|---|
| Individual Sessions | $195 | $220 |
| Workshops | $195 | $220 |
| Best Value Full Conference (5-10 Sessions) |
$195 | $220 |
| Sessions | Member Price | Non-Member Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Session | $112.50 | $125 |
| 2 Sessions | $202.50 | $225 |
| 3 Sessions | $270 | $300 |
| 4-8 Sessions | $405 | $450 |
| Sessions | Member Price | Non-Member Price |
|---|---|---|
| Half-Day Workshops (W4, W11) | FREE | FREE |
| One-Hour Sessions (W12, W13, W14, W18) | FREE | FREE |
| Two-Hour Sessions (W16, W17) | $50 | $75 |
| Weld-Ed Conference (W5) | $50 | $75 |
| Half-Day Sessions (W2, W3, W7, W10) | $345 | $430 |
| Full-Day Sessions (W6, W8, W9) | $565 | $665 |
| Two-Day Session (W1) | $795 | $895 |
| Professional Program (W15) | $395 | $495 |
* Non-member price for AWS Welding Full-Day Sessions only includes a one-year AWS Individual Membership.