Research progress of laser cleaning technology and its impact on substrate
摘要
Cleaning represents an indispensable and critical component in industrial production processes, playing an important role in enhancing surface quality and significantly extending the service life of industrial components. Conventional cleaning techniques, such as mechanical, chemical, ultrasonic, and high-pressure water jet cleaning methods have been unable to meet the application needs of various fields, primarily due to their intensive labor demands, environmental contamination risks, and potential substrate damage. Laser cleaning technology has emerged as an advanced surface treatment method that effectively removes surface contaminants, oxide layers, and coatings through precise laser beam. Nevertheless, during the laser cleaning process, the interaction between laser energy and surface materials generates complex thermo-physical and photochemical effects, which may cause changes in the substrate material. This paper overviews the classification, mechanisms, and applications of laser cleaning. Building upon this theoretical framework, the study comprehensively analyzes the substrate modifications induced by laser cleaning, with specific focus on these critical aspects: surface integrity characteristics, microstructural evolution, mechanical property alterations, and chemical composition change. Finally, the future development direction of laser cleaning technology is prospected.