Current research status and prospect of laser wire additive manufacturing technology
摘要
Laser wire additive manufacturing (LWAM), as a new manufacturing technology, is capable of transforming 3D data models into solid parts. It changes the traditional way of additive manufacturing with the advantages of rapid prototyping, controllable molding, low cost, and high speed. The parts manufactured are now widely used in aerospace, medical, automotive, and many other fields, playing an important role in additive manufacturing. To obtain high-quality part formation and performance control, controlling the shape and performance of the LWAM process is critical. This paper briefly introduces the recent research achievements in the field of LWAM from several aspects, including different wire feeding methods, additive manufacturing auxiliary processes, monitoring additive manufacturing processes, and process planning methods. Based on these aspects, the future development of path planning and precision additive manufacturing in this field is prospected.