Multiple beam laser system for forming stents
US8461478B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 3, 2010 |
| Grant date | Jun 11, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 30, 2031 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB23K26/38
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A system and method for precision cutting using multiple laser beams is described, The system and method includes a combination of optical components that split the output of a single laser into multiple beams, with the power, polarization status and spot size of each split beam being individually controllable, while providing a circularly polarized beam at the surface of a work piece to be cut by the laser beam. A system and method for tracking manufacture of individual stents is also provided.
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