Laser Metal Deposition
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Fabrication of Nano-engineered Transparent Conducting Oxides by Pulsed Laser Deposition
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2013
We describe the experimental method to deposit nanostructured oxide thin films by nanosecond Pulsed Laser Deposition (PLD) in the presence of a background gas. By using this method Al-doped ZnO (AZO) films, from compact to hierarchically structured as nano-tree forests, can be deposited.
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Aerosol-assisted Chemical Vapor Deposition of Metal Oxide Structures: Zinc Oxide Rods
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2017
Columnar zinc oxide structures in the form of rods are synthesized via aerosol-assisted chemical vapor deposition without the use of pre-deposited catalyst-seed particles. This method is scalable and compatible with various substrates based on either silicon, quartz or polymers.
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Imaging Metals in Brain Tissue by Laser Ablation - Inductively Coupled Plasma - Mass Spectrometry (LA-ICP-MS)
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2017
Quantitatively mapping metals in tissue by laser ablation - inductively coupled plasma - mass spectrometry (LA-ICP-MS) is a sensitive analytical technique that can provide new insight into how metals participate in normal function and disease processes. Here, we describe a protocol for quantitatively imaging metals in thin sections of mouse neurological tissue.
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Laser Ablation-Inductively Coupled Plasma-Mass Spectrometry to Visualize Metals in Mouse Brain Tissue
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2025
Source: Hare, D. J., et.al. Imaging Metals in Brain Tissue by Laser Ablation - Inductively Coupled Plasma - Mass Spectrometry (LA-ICP-MS). J. Vis. Exp. (2017)This video demonstrates the use of laser ablation–inductively coupled plasma–mass spectrometry (LA-ICP-MS) to visualize and quantify metal distributions in mouse brain tissue. The protocol involves laser ablation to generate an aerosol of sample particles, ionization of the particles in high-temperature plasma, and mass spectrometry to...
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A Continuous-flow Photocatalytic Reactor for the Precisely Controlled Deposition of Metallic Nanoparticles
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2019
For a continuous and scalable synthesis of noble-metal-based nanocomposites, a novel photocatalytic reactor is developed and its structure, operation principles, and product quality optimization strategies are described.
FAQs
Laser Metal Deposition can introduce metal as either powder or wire while the material reaches the laser-generated melt pool. Both forms provide feedstock for creating deposited tracks and layers, but the overview does not specify that one option is universally superior. This flexibility supports localized material placement for fabrication, cladding, and repair of metal components.
The focused melt pool concentrates melting at the intended deposition location and allows incoming metal to fuse with the substrate. This localized interaction supports metallurgical bonding rather than simply placing material on the surface. In engineering applications, that behavior enables restored dimensions, surface cladding, and the addition of complex features to existing high-value parts.
Controlled toolpaths determine how the deposition system moves while forming successive tracks and layers. Coordinating motion with material delivery lets engineers place metal where it is needed instead of distributing it across an entire component. This computer-controlled approach supports near-net-shape fabrication, localized repair, and flexible production of complex geometries.
A typical operation begins with a metal substrate and a selected feedstock, either powder or wire. The laser generates a focused melt pool as the feedstock reaches the surface, while controlled motion creates individual tracks. Repeating this deposition produces successive layers that fuse with the underlying material, forming a new feature, restored region, or surface coating.
Engineers can apply Laser Metal Deposition when a high-value metal component needs dimensional restoration or a localized surface treatment. Material is placed only where required, allowing damaged or worn regions to be rebuilt rather than manufacturing an entirely new component. This use can extend service life while reducing waste associated with broader replacement or fabrication.
The process supports several engineering objectives, including near-net-shape fabrication, surface cladding, dimensional repair, and production of complex features. These capabilities make it relevant to aerospace, automotive, and energy applications, where controlled material placement and flexible computer-guided manufacturing can support high-value components and specialized geometries.