Centre for Laser Processing of Materials (CLPM)
The Centre for Laser Processing of Materials (CLPM) works towards development and promotion of laser-based manufacturing solutions for the Indian industry through:
- Application oriented R&D towards demonstrating feasibility of laser processing route for specific industrial applications
- Research towards better scientific understanding of various processes; and
- Job works of specialized nature
In the areas of- Laser surface engineering (hardening, cladding, alloying, texturing)
- Laser welding and brazing (including laser-arc hybrid)
- Micro processing (surface texturing, drilling, scribing)
- Laser based repair and refurbishment of components
- Laser and laser assisted machining
- Metal Additive Manufacturing – L PBAM (SLM) and EBM
