Device and method for extended distance cutting by laser, in pulse mode
US6476350B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 29, 2000 |
| Grant date | Nov 5, 2002 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 29, 2020 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB23K26/0665
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
The invention relates to a device for laser cutting, having:means (2) for emitting a pulsed laser beam, with energy pulses E≧10 joules,at least one optical fiber (4) for transmitting the laser pulses, from the means of emitting the laser beam in the direction of a piece (6) to be cut,means of focusing the laser beam.The invention also relates to a method for the laser cutting, at a distance, of a piece to be cut.Application to the dismantling and/or taking apart of an installation.
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