November 4-7, 2024
Loews Hollywood • Hollywood, CA
ADVANCE PROGRAM
WELCOME to the 43rd annual ICALEO!
It is with immense joy and anticipation that I extend a warm welcome to each and every one of you as the General Chair of this year’s ICALEO conference.
This year, we find ourselves in the iconic setting of Hollywood, serving as a fitting backdrop for the extraordinary developments in laser technology and applications unfolding in our community.
Our main sessions cover a diverse range of topics, from the intricacies of micro and nano processing to the transformative power of laser additive manufacturing. We will explore the frontiers of battery technology, delve into the intricate world of artificial intelligence, and witness the seamless integration of lasers into these realms.
For those joining us for the first time, we extend an especially heartfelt welcome. ICALEO is not just a conference; it’s a convergence of minds, ideas, and innovations. Beyond the formal sessions, I encourage you to engage in informal exchanges. The spirit of discovery and camaraderie is as much a part of the ICALEO experience as the scheduled sessions.
Thank you for being a part of ICALEO 2024. Whether you are a returning participant or a first-time attendee, your presence adds immeasurable value to our vibrant community. May this conference be, this year again, a catalyst for inspiration, collaboration, and breakthroughs that will resonate in our community and beyond.
2024 General Chair
Eric Mottay
Amplitude Laser Group
Eric Mottay graduated from Institut d’Optique near Paris. In 2001, he founded Amplitude in Bordeaux, France. Under a technology transfer from the University of Bordeaux, and starting from a scientific proof of concept, he developed Amplitude into the leading industrial ultrafast laser manufacturer that it is today. He has presented more than 40 contributions at ICALEO since 2006, is the current General Chair of ICALEO, a fellow of the LIA and a member of the Board of Trustees. He strongly believes that sound engineering and collaborations are the keys to success in Photonics.
Location
Welcome to Hollywood!
Welcome to Hollywood, California, the heart of the entertainment industry and a vibrant hub of creativity and innovation! This iconic city is not just a global symbol of glamour and stardom but also a thriving center for cuttingedge technology and groundbreaking ideas. As you attend our technical conference here, you’ll be immersed in an environment that blends the allure of Hollywood’s storied past with the excitement of its modern advancements. Expect to engage with leading experts, explore the latest technological trends, and network with like-minded professionals all while enjoying the city’s legendary attractions and dynamic culture. Join us in Hollywood for an unforgettable experience where technology and entertainment converge in spectacular fashion!
Visa Information
We recommend all non-US participants apply for their visas at least 3 months before the event. Find a Visa Letter Request Form, as well as more information on our website at icaleo.org/travel-information
Discounted Group Rate
When booking through ICALEO, attendees receive free guest room internet access, as well as complimentary breakfast in the ICALEO Breakfast Lounge with fellow on-site attendees each morning Monday through Wednesday, all at a discounted group rate of just $199 a night!
Deadline for Group Rate: Thursday, October 10
Conference
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Situated in Los Angeles’ most revered neighborhood, the Loews Hollywood Hotel rises 20 floors above the famed intersection of Hollywood and Highland with spectacular views of the iconic Hollywood sign and Los Angeles cityscape. The hotel is the centerpiece of the energetic Ovation Center, where guests have direct access to over 80 shops, 26 restaurants and eateries, 12 bowling lanes, seven movie screens and the Dolby Theatre.
Hollywood’s Don’t Miss List: Hollywood Walk of Fame; Griffith Observatory; Universal Studios; Capitol Records Building
ICALEO 2024 Registration Options
Registration may be completed online at icaleo.org/attend or by emailing icaleo@lia.org.
Early Bird Tier 1
Before August 1, 2024
Full Conference Registration
Member: $999
Non-Member: $1099
Member Student* $745
Non-Member Student*: $695
Single-Day Registration
Member: $425
Non-Member: $475
Early Bird Tier 2
August 1-October 1, 2024
Full Conference Registration
Member: $1099
Non-Member: $1199
Member Student*: $695
Non-Member Student*: $745
Single-Day Registration
Member: $425
Non-Member: $475
Standard Registration
After October 1, 2024
Full Conference Registration
Member: $1249
Non-Member: $1349
Member Student*: $695
Non-Member Student*: $745
Single-Day Registration
Member: $425
Non-Member: $475
Join us on Thursday to explore the #1 Automotive museum in the world, the Petersen Automotive Museum. When registering for the event, choose the ticket add-on titled Thursday Field Trip - Petersen Automotive Museum. This ticket will be an additional $50 and has limited quantity on a first-come, first-served basis. A grab and go breakfast and transportation will be provided.
Other Registration Options
Media Partners/Cooperating Societies
If you are interested in becoming a media partner or are part of a cooperating society with LIA, please contact marketing@lia.org for more information on your registration options.
Guest Registration
We encourage guests to join us for the Welcome Reception, President’s Reception and the Awards Luncheon! To purchase a Guest Registration in advance, please contact the LIA conferences team at icaleo.org. Guest registration availability may be limited on site. Guest registration is $155 per guest.
Please Note:
All attendees must review and agree to the LIA Ethics Policy. *Student registration will not be processed without a copy of your valid Student ID (send to icaleo@lia.org)
Full Conference Registration includes admission to all Receptions, Plenary Sessions, Technical Sessions and the Awards Luncheon.
Single-Day Registration includes admission to Technical Sessions and Receptions on specific registration date only.
ICALEO Cooperating Societies and Media Partners
Agenda 2024
Program is subject to change.
Saturday, November 2
2:00pm
LIA Officers Meeting (By Invitation Only)
Sunday, November 3
11:30am
LIA Board of Trustees Meeting (By Invitation Only)
5:00pm Welcome Reception
8:00pm End of Day
Registration Hours
Sunday, November 3
2:00pm - 7:00pm
Monday, November 4
7:00am - 4:00pm
Tuesday, November 5
7:00am - 4:00pm
Wednesday, November 6
7:00am - 11:00am
Monday, November 4
7:30am
Hotel Guest Networking Breakfast/ Chair Appreciation Breakfast
9:00am
Opening Plenary Session
10:30am Break
11:00am
Technical Session 1
Macro: Laser Welding of Dissimilar Metals
Micro: Beam Manipulation
LAM: Industrial Application and Development of DED
AIL: Process Monitoring 1
Battery: New Energy Applications
12:30pm Lunch Break
2:00pm
Technical Session 2
Macro: Laser Welding Processes 1
Micro: Surface Functionalization 1
LAM: DED Material 1
AIL: Process Monitoring and Control
Battery: Beam Shaping for Enhancing EV Production
3:30pm Break
4:00pm
Technical Session 3
Macro: Laser Welding Processes 2
Micro: Processing of Non-Metals 1
LAM: DED Process Monitoring
AIL: Process Monitoring and Optimization
Battery: Laser Cutting for Batteries
6:30pm President’s Reception
9:30pm End of Day
Tuesday, November 5
7:30am
Hotel Guest Networking Breakfast
8:30am
Technical Session 4
Macro: Online Monitoring of Laser Welding
Micro: Processing of Non-Metals 2
LAM: Materials for Laser-Based Powder Bed Fusion
AIL: Model Based Prediction
Battery: Laser Welding for Energy Storage Systems
10:00am Break
10:30am
Technical Session 5
Macro: Laser Welding Processes 3
Micro: Laser Ablation
LAM: Beam Shaping in Laser-Based Powder Bed Fusion
Battery: Quality Assurance in Battery Production
12:00pm Lunch Break/
Celebrating Women in Photonics Luncheon (Exclusive Event)
2:00pm
Technical Session 6
Macro: Laser Welding Fundamentals
Micro: Glass Processing
LAM: Monitoring in Laser-Based Powder Bed Fusion
LAM-Focused: DED Process
3:30pm Break
4:00pm
Technical Session 7
Macro: Online Monitoring of Laser Processing
Micro: Beam Delivery and Fiber Lasers in MicroProcessing
LAM: Powder Bed Fusion 1
LAM-Focused: DED Digital
FLA: Glass Processing and Sensor Feedback
5:30pm
Exhibitor Reception & Poster Gallery
9:30pm End of Day
Wednesday, November 6
7:30am
Hotel Guest Networking Breakfast
8:30am
Business Panel - Global Industry Trends in Laser Manufacturing
10:00am Break
10:30am
Technical Session 8
Macro: Laser Surface Processing 1
Micro: Surface Functionalization 2
LAM: Powder Bed Fusion 2
FLA: Materials Property Manipulation
12:00pm LIA Annual Meeting & Awards Luncheon
2:00pm
Technical Session 9
Macro: Laser Surface Processing 2
LAM: DED Material 2
FLA: Medical and Advanced Fiber-Coupled Applications
3:30pm Break
4:00pm Closing Plenary Session
5:30pm Ice Cream Send Off/End of Day
Thursday, November 7
8:30am Grab-n-go Breakfast 9:30am Departure from Loews Hollywood 10:00am Petersen Museum Tours 1:00pm Depart for Hotel 1:30pm End of Day
Laser in Battery Manufacturing
Electrification is crucial to address global environmental challenges. The laser plays a key role in most manufacturing steps in battery production with all possible laser applications from ablation, structuring, welding, cutting, and marking. Further improvements in the batteries’ power densities, fast charging properties, and yield in battery production are related to photonics and, thus, lasers. We will hear and discuss the latest developments in research, development, and industrial applications. Join us for this year’s Battery Track.
Track Chair
Sessions at a Glance
Monday
Battery 1: New Energy Applications
Battery 2: Beam Shaping for Enhancing EV Production
Battery 3: Laser Cutting for Batteries
Tuesday
Battery 4: Laser Welding for Energy Storage Systems
Battery 5: Quality Assurance in Battery Production
Laser Materials Macroprocessing
The Macroprocessing track comprises some of the most productive laser processing applications. Although these applications have been broadly adopted, researchers and industry are persistently innovating to provide new techniques and novel technologies to advance macro materials processing. The attendees will share and discuss those exciting achievements of their research with peers in these macroscopic specialized sessions.
Track Co-Chairs
Dr. Klaus Kleine Laser Consultant
Dr. Fanrong Kong
ESAB Advanced Joining Center at SMU
Sessions at a Glance
Monday
Macro 1: Laser Welding of Dissimilar Metals
Macro 2: Laser Welding Processes 1
Macro 3: Laser Welding Processes 2
Tuesday
Macro 4: Online Monitoring of Laser Welding
Macro 5: Laser Welding Processes 3
Macro 6: Laser Welding Fundamentals
Macro 7: Online Monitoring of Laser Processing
Wednesday
Macro 8: Laser Surface Processing 1
Macro 9: Laser Surface Processing 2
Sophie Grabmann Technische Universität München
Klaus Löffler Precitec
Laser Materials Microprocessing
The Microprocessing track will consist of papers and talks featuring a wide spectrum of applications and innovative equipment for materials processing in microscales with a strong focus on processes with Short and Ultrashort Pulsed Lasers. The presentations will introduce the latest and greatest advancements in their respective fields, presented by world-leading companies and research organizations. This year we will have talks around the headlines of “Beam shaping”, “Glass”, “Surface processing” and “Drilling” between other topics.
Track Co-Chairs
Prof. Andrés Lasagni
Technische Universität
Dresden / Fraunhofer IWS
Gwenn Pallier Cailabs
Sessions at a Glance
Monday
Micro 1: Beam Manipulation
Micro 2: Surface Functionalization 1
Micro 3: Processing of Non-Metals 1
Tuesday
Micro 4: Processing of Non-Metals 2
Micro 5: Laser Ablation
Micro 6: Glass Processing
Micro 7: Beam Delivery and Fiber Lasers in MicroProcessing
Wednesday
Micro 8: Surface Functionalization 2
Artifical Intelligence in Laser Processing
The track ‘Artificial Intelligence in Laser Processing’ at ICALEO 2024 explores the fusion of AI and laser manufacturing. Discover cutting-edge research on optimizing laser processes and enhancing manufacturing efficiency. Explore AI’s diverse applications in parameter optimization, quality prediction, real-time process monitoring, and control. Join us to unlock the potential of AI-driven solutions revolutionizing laser materials processing, delivering unprecedented precision, productivity, and innovation.
Track Co-Chairs
Prof. Carlo Holly RWTH
Aachen University
Andreas Michalowski
University of Stuttgart
Sessions at a Glance
Monday
AIL 1: Processing Monitoring 1
AIL 2: Processing Monitoring and Control
AIL 3: Processing Monitoring and Optimization
Tuesday
AIL 4: Model Based Prediction
Laser Additive Manufacturing
The Laser Additive Manufacturing (LAM) track is a forum to explore the latest innovations and research in laser-based additive manufacturing (LAM). The Laser Additive Manufacturing track focuses on diverse topics, including laser-based powder bed fusion (PBF-LB), directed energy deposition (DED), and other emerging techniques revolutionizing modern manufacturing processes. From materials science to process optimization, from design innovation to industrial implementation, this track connects researchers, engineers, and industry leaders to exchange insights and share breakthroughs in laser additive manufacturing.
Track Co-Chairs
Sessions at a Glance
Monday
LAM 1: Industrial Application and Development of DED
LAM 2: DED Material 1
LAM 3: DED Process Monitoring
Tuesday
LAM 4: Materials for Laser-Based Powder Bed Fusion
LAM 5: Beam Shaping in Laser-Based Powder Bed Fusion
LAM 6: Monitoring in Laser-Based Powder Bed Fusion
LAM Focus 6: DED Process
LAM 7: Powder Bed Fusion 1
LAM Focus 7: DED Digital
Wednesday
LAM 8: Powder Bed Fusion 2
LAM 9: DED Material 2
Frontiers in Laser Applications
The Frontier in Laser Applications (FLA) track explores recent, cutting-edge applications of lasers, highlighting innovation at the transition of research and industry. The track has included presentations from a variety of fields: Novel 3-D Printing, Advanced Manufacturing, Laser Manufactured Devices, and Frontiers in Laser Processing. The sessions under the Frontier in Laser Application track promise to bring diverse and unique perspectives from real-world applications across laser manufacturing.
Track Co-Chairs
Jared Speltz
University of Dayton Research Institute
Sessions at a Glance
Tuesday
FLA 7: Glass Processing and Sensor Feedback
Wednesday
FLA 8: Materials Property Manipulation
FLA 9: Medical and Advanced Fiber-Coupled Applications
Thierry Marchione Caterpillar
Prof. Katrin Wudy Technische Universität München
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Agenda: Monday, November
4
(AM)
Presenter: Aki Piiroinen, Turku University Start time: 11:30 AM
- Laser Machining in the Circular Economy of BEV Batteries in the Metaverse Environment
Presenter: Heikki Saarilouma, Turku University Start Time: 11:50 AM
- Scaling of Ultrashort-Pulsed Laser Structuring Processes Using a Spatial Modulator
Presenter: Christian Geiger, Technical University of Munich
0033 - Geometry Strategies for the Repair of Cylindrical Gears Teeth Using LaserDirected Energy Deposition
Presenter: Diego Montoya Zapata, Ikergune A.I.E., INZU Group Start time: 11:30 AM
0060 - Additive Manufacturing of Polyamide 12 Bulk Structures Using Directed Energy Deposition with a Thulium Laser: Effect of Process Conditions on Morphology and Mechanical Performance
Presenter: Alexander Wittmann, Erlangen Graduate School in Advanced Optical Technologies Start
0090 - Fundamentals of Simultaneous Machining and Coating (SMaC) through Combination of Extreme High-speed Laser Material Deposition (EHLA) and Turning Presenter: Viktor Glushych, Fraunhofer Institute for Laser Technology ILT
0217 - In-Process Control of Penetration Depth for Welding of Dissimilar Joints of Steel and Aluminum with Two Intersecting Laser Beams
Presenter: Oliver Seffer, Laser Zentrum
11:30 AM
0114 - Welding Study on Laser Beam Welding of Dissimilar Materials Made of Cast Aluminum and Wrought Aluminum
- Advancing Ultra-Short Pulse Laser Machining with MPLC Technology: Enhancing Micro-Processing Capabilities
Presenter: Mahmoud Ziat, Cailabs Start Time: 11:30 AM
Presenter: Patrick Meyer, Fraunhofer Institute for Laser Technology Start Time: 11:50 AM TBD
Presenter: Jared Speltz, University of Dayton Start Time: 11:50 AM
0004 - Process Monitoring in UltrashortPulsed Laser Applications: Insights from Photodiode-Based Systems
Presenter: Pawel Garkusha, Technical University of Munich Start Time: 11:30 AM
0023 - DNN-Based Real-Time Monitoring of Weld Shape during the Laser Welding Process
Presenter: SeungGu Kang, Kongju National University Start Time: 11:50 AM
for
Mauritz
- Analysis of Laser Beam Welding with Superimposed 445 nm and 1070 nm Wavelength Lasers on Copper by In situ
Diagnostics
Presenter: Christoph Spurk, RWTH Aachen University Start time: 2:00 PM 0015 - Influence of Heat Treatments on the Mechanical Properties and Microstructure of VDM Alloy 780 Components Manufactured by Laser Metal Deposition Presenter: Pascal Paulus, Saarland University Start time: 2:00
Shaping for
Presenter: Steve Kidd, PowerPhotonics Ltd Start time: 2:30 PM
0080 - Novel Metal Additive Manufacturing Using Innovative Polymer-Metal Composite
Presenter: Arnoldas Sasnauskas, Trinity College Dublin Start time: 2:30 PM
0173 - Investigation and Characterization of a local Remelting Process for the Improvement of Surface Properties resulting from Extreme
0029 - High-quality of Copper and Aluminum by Angled Laser Irradiation and Insert Metals
Presenter: Yasuhiro Okamoto, Okayama
12:10 PM
- Exploring Laser Technologies in Battery Manufacturing Presenter: JP Lavoie, Coherent
Presenter: Aurélien Sikora, ALPhANOV Start Time: 11:50 AM
Presenter: Gwenn Pallier, Cailabs Start time: 3:10 PM
0034 - Advancing Laser Transmission Welding for Additive Manufacturing: A Study of Glass Fiber Reinforced Polypropylene Parts
Presenter: Julian Kuklik, Laser Zentrum Hannover e.V.
Time: 2:30 PM
2:50 PM 0254 - TBD Presenter: Wilbert van de Ridder
0067 - Interlayer Free Laser Coating of AISI H11 Tool Steel for H11/Cu Composite Material
Presenter: Johannes Vetter, Erlangen Graduate School in Advanced Optical Technologies Start time: 3:10 PM
– Water Harvesting with LaserTextured Surfaces
Presenter: Pablo Pou Álvarez, Universidade de Vigo
Time: 2:00 PM
0099 - Development of a fs-pulsed Laser Pre-treatment Process on Thin-walled Nickel to Improve Adhesion for Adhesive Bonding Applications
Presenter: Christoph Beier, RWTH Aachen University Start Time: 2:30 PM
0179 - Velocity-Based Closed-Loop Control in Fusion Laser Cutting for MultiDirectional and Curved Geometries
Presenter: Matteo Pacher, Adige SpA, BLM Group Start Time: 3:10 PM
0059 - Real-Time Analysis of Inline Sensor Data During USP-Laser Machining
Presenter: Milena Zuric, Fraunhofer Institute for Laser Technology Start Time: 2:30 PM
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Speed Regulation With Double-Loop Control in Laser Oxidation Cutting Through Coaxial Monitoring
Presenter: Sofia Guerra, Politecnico di Milano Start Time: 2:50 PM
0139 - CO2 Laser-Assisted Deposition of Multi-Layer Homogeneous TiO2/ SiO2 Nanocomposite Films with Varying Refraction and Absorption Indices
Presenter: Yahya Bougdid, University of Central Florida Start Time: 3:10 PM
0036 - Event-Based Vision in Laser Welding: An Approach for Process Monitoring
Presenter: Patricia Dold, Robert Bosch GmbH
Start Time: 12:10 PM
Agenda: Monday, November 4
Presenter:
- High Power Femtosecond Lasers for
Texturation and Cutting of Batteries
Presenter: Quentin Mocaer, Amplitude
time: 4:50 PM
- Establishing Laser Cutting of Components for Sulfide-Based Solid-State Batteries
Presenter: Pawel Garkusha, Technical University of Munich Start time: 5:10 PM
05:30 PM 0226 - Surface Texturing of Battery Foils with ns Pulsed Fibre Lasers
Presenter: Jack Gabzdyl, TRUMPF Lasers UK Start time: 5:30 PM
Dieter De Baere, Vrije Universiteit Brussel Start time: 4:50 PM
0182 - Melt Pool Phenomena of Multi Material Direct Energy Deposition
Presenter: Lisanne Wockenfuss, Luleå University of Technology Start time: 4:30 PM
0103 - Electrophotographic 3D Printing in Pharmacy and Medical Engineering
Presenter: Sebastian-Paul Kopp, Bayerisches Laserzentrum GmbH Start time: 5:30 PM
0191 - Validation of Spatial Accuracy with High Speed Imaging to support In-Situ Flaw Detection for Laser Directed Energy Deposition Processes
Presenter: Dieter De Baere, Vrije Universiteit Brussel Start time: 5:10 PM
06:30 PM
0175 - Revealing the Influence of RingShaped Beam Profiles in High-Speed Laser Beam Welding by In-Situ Synchrotron X-Ray Imaging
Presenter: Karen Schwarzkopf, Institute of Photonic Technologies Start Time: 4:30 PM
0092 - Identifying the Direction of Weld Path Deviations in Laser Deep Penetration Welding of Hidden T-joints by Means of OCT
Presenter: Ronald Pordzik, BIAS - Bremer Institut für angewandte Strahltechnik GmbH Start Time: 4:50 PM
0056 - Interdependence of Metal Vapor Plume and Melt Pool Dynamics during Laser Beam Welding in Vacuum Presenter: Christian Frey, RWTH Aachen University Start Time: 5:10 PM
0046 - Influence of Intensity Distributions on the Process Dynamics during Laser Deep Penetration Welding of Pure Nickel with a Flexible Ring Mode Laser Source
Presenter: Marcel Möbus, BIAS - Bremer Institut für angewandte Strahltechnik GmbH Start Time: 5:30 PM
President’s Reception - Lucky Strike 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
0039 - Nanosecond Pulsed Laser Dicing Process of Full-thickness Silicon Wafer
Presenter: Yeongil Son, Kongju National University Start Time: 4:30 PM
0094 - Investigation of Ablation Efficiency in Alumina Ceramics Utilizing Femtosecond Laser With MHz/GHz Burst Regime
Presenter: Deividas Andriukaitis, Ekspla Start Time: 4:50 PM
0255 - Cutting-Edge Micro Ceramic Material Machining in Industrial Applications
Presenter: Friedhelm Dorsch, Photonics Systems Group Start Time: 4:30 PM
0087 - Analyzing Multi-Spectral Emission and Synchrotron Data to Evaluate the Quality of Laser Welds on Copper
Presenter: Jan Brüggenjürgen, RWTH Aachen University Start Time: 4:30 PM
0045 - AI-based Parameter Prediction for 3D Laser Material Deposition
Presenter: Max Zimmermann, Fraunhofer Institute for Laser Technology Start Time: 4:50 PM
0072 - Vision Transformer Based Cut Interruption Detection and Prediction of Laser Fusion Cutting from Monitored Melt Pool Images
Presenter: Max Schleier, University of Applied Sciences Aschaffenburg Start Time: 5:10 PM
0018 - AI-Driven Optimization of Laser Cutting Parameters: Automating Experimentation for Enhanced Precision
Presenter: Nico Bär, IFSW Institut für Strahlwerkzeuge Start Time: 5:30 PM
Agenda: Tuesday, November 5
Laser Welding for Energy Storage Systems Session Chair: Antii Salminen BATTERY Session 4
8:30 AM
0230 - Electrification of the Sky: The Unique Laser Welding Requirements of the EVTOL Industry
Presenter: Daniel Richert, Precitec Inc Start time: 8:30 AM
9:00 AM
- Blue Laser Welding of Copper to Stainless Steel and its Pre-and-Post Processing for Battery Joining Application
Presenter: Pratik Shukla, The Manufacturing Technology Centre Start time: 9:00 AM
0250 - Flexible Beam Shaping for Enhanced Electrical Contacting of Cylindrical Cell Batteries
Materials for Laser-Based Powder Bed Fusion Session Chair: Thierry Marchione LAM Session 4
0223 - Increasing Process Stability Using a Digital Twin for DED-LB
Presenter: Peter Mayr, Technical University of Munich Start Time: 8:30 AM
Online Monitoring of Laser Welding Session Chair: Oliver Seffer MACRO Session 4
0241 - Meeting the Challenges of Today’s Laser Welding Applicationswith Sophisticated System and Sensor Technology to Guarantee Quality
Presenter: Markus Kogel-Hollacher, Precitec GmbH & Co. KG Start Time: 8:30 AM
0009 - Adapting the Mn Content Within a Fe-Mn-Si-Based Shape Memory Alloy by In Situ Parameter Variations in Laser-Based Additive Manufacturing
0126 - X-Ray Analysis of Capillary and Melt Pool Dynamics Using Laser Beam Oscillation Welding for Aluminum Die Casts
Presenter: Jonas Schmidt, Leibniz-Institute for Materials Engineering Start Time: 9:00 AM
Presenter: Stephan Börner, Fraunhofer Institute for Material and Beam Technology Start Time: 9:00 AM
Process of Non-Metals 2
Session Chair: Carlo Holly MICRO Session 4
0228 - Advanced Continuum Mechanics Simulation of Ultra-Short Pulse Laser Processing: Unraveling Ablation Mechanisms
Presenter: Andreas Otto, Vienna University of Technology Start Time: 8:30 AM
0212 - P-type Laser Doping of High-Purity Semi-Insulating 4H-SiC
Presenter: Gunjan Kulkarni, University of Central Florida Start Time: 9:00 AM
Model Based Prediction Session Chair: Andreas Michalowski AIL Session 4
0235 - Autonomous Micro Laser Processing with Artificial Intelligence
Presenter: Yohei Kobayashi, University of Tokyo Start Time: 8:30 AM
0110 - Application of a Physics-Informed Hybrid Model with Additional Output Constraints for the Prediction of the Threshold of Deep-Penetration Laser Welding
Presenter: Michael Jarwitz, University of Stuttgart Start Time: 9:00 AM
0057 - High-Temperature Characteristics of Boron-Enhanced Inconel 718 Manufactured by the Laser Powder Bed Fusion
0170 - Acoustic Emission of Laser Welding on Structural Steels for Quality Assurance
Presenter: Li-Wei Hsu, University of Turku Start Time: 9:20 AM
0186 - AI Predicted Femtosecond Laser Parameters for Micromachining
Presenter: David Bruneel, LASEA Inc Start Time: 9:20 AM 9:25 AM
Presenter: Klaus Krastel, MAXPhotonics GmbH Start time: 9:20 PM
9:40 AM 0231 - Minimizing Heat Generation and Enhancing the Strength of Busbar Welding in Prismatic Lithium-ion Battery Modules and Packs for Electric Vehicles
Presenter: Najah George, Photon Automation
Presenter: Jeongwoo Lee, University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Start Time: 9:20 AM
0119 - A Study on the Fabrication of Channels and the Bipolar Plate in CNT Composites Using a Nanosecond Pulse Laser
Presenter: Seungeun Baek, Kongju National University Start Time: 9:20 AM
0149 - Surface Tension Derivation from Laser-Generated Keyholes
Presenter: Joerg Volpp, University West Start Time: 9:40 AM
0198 - Silicon Carbide Ablation With Ultrashort and Nanosecond Pulse Lasers
Presenter: Jim Bovatsek, MKS Instruments Start Time: 9:40 AM
0214 - Generative Adversarial Network (GAN)-based Prediction of Thermal Residual Stress and Melt Pool Characteristics in Laser Processing of Carbon Steel
Presenter: Myungrin Woo, Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology Start Time: 9:40 AM 9:45
Start time: 9:40 AM
10:30 AM 0224 - On the way to Battery Production with Zero-Defects with the use of AI and Photonics
Presenter: Klaus Löffler, Precitec GmbH & Co. KG Start time: 10:30 AM
0206 - Spatiotemporal Laser Beam Shaping in Laser Powder Bed Fusion
Presenter: Thejaswi Tumkur Umanath, Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory Start Time: 10:30 AM
0047 - Ablation Efficiency When Drilling Metal in MHz Burst Mode
Presenter: Peter Gregorcic, University of Ljubljana Start Time: 10:30 AM
11:00 AM 0106 - Weld Quality Prediction of Cu/STS Dissimilar Joint using Spectrometer and Photodiode Sensors during a High-speed Laser Welding
Presenter: Joonghyeon Shin, Korea Institute of Industrial Technology
Start time: 11:00 AM
11:20 AM 0197 - Multi-Spectral Monitoring in Laser Beam Welding of Battery Cells – Paving the Way to a Reliable Inline Failure Detection
Presenter: Michael Kick, Technical University of Munich
Start time: 11:20 AM
0128 - Study of In-line Busbar Weld Quality Inspection Methods
0209 - Increase of Theoretical Build Rate in Powder Bed Fusion Laser Beam of Metal Through Adapted Laser Intensity Distribution
Presenter: Mahmoud Ziat, Cailabs
Start Time: 11:00 AM
0054 - Tailored Microstructure in Laserbased Powder Bed Fusion of IN718 Through Novel Beam Shaping Technology and Scanning Strategy
Presenter: Narges Mirzabeigi, Technical University of Munich
Start Time: 11:20 AM
0096 - Laser Powder Bed Fusion of Pure Copper using Ring-shaped Beam Profiles
0005 - Investigations on Opportunities and Challenges of Brilliant High-Power Laser Beam Welding with 24 kW and Adjustable Power Distribution for Different Materials
Presenter: Sarah Nothdurft
Start Time: 11:00 AM
0085 - Development of Spatter Free Welding with High Power Laser Beam Welding for Stainless Steel
Presenter: Yuji Sato, Osaka University
Start Time: 11:20 AM
0058 - Formation of Complex 2D Surface Nanostructures by Circularly Polarized Femtosecond GHz Burst Pulses
Presenter: Shota Kawabata, RIKEN Center for Advanced Photonics (RAP)
Start Time: 11:00 AM
0154 - Complex 3D Surface Structuring by Means of Laser Chemical Machining With Modulated Laser Power
Presenter: Yasmine Bouraoui, BIAS - Bremer Institut für angewandte Strahltechnik GmbH
Start Time: 11:20 AM
0196 - A Double-Scan Technique for Femtosecond Laser-Induced Nanobumps
AM
Presenter: Jay Oswald, Arizona State University
Start time: 11:40 AM
Presenter: Alexander Bauch, Fraunhofer Research Institution for Additive
Manufacturing Technologies
Start Time: 11:40 AM
Presenter: Xin Zhao, Clemson University
Start Time: 11:40 AM
Agenda: Tuesday, November 5
DED Process
Session Chair: Christoph Leyens LAM Session 6
02:00
PM
0012 - Influence of Spot Size, Angle of Incidence and Distance of a Laser on an Arc for Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing of Ti-6Al-4V Weld Beads
Presenter: Hannes Zapf, Fraunhofer Research Institution for Additive Manufacturing Technologies
Start Time: 2:00 PM
0066- Influence of the Inner Roughness of Powder Channels on the Powder Propagation Behavior in Powder Nozzles for Laser Metal Deposition
Presenter: Annika Bohlen, BIAS - Bremer Institut für angewandte Strahltechnik GmbH
Start Time: 2:30 PM
02:50 PM 0151 - Precision in Drop Deposition from Metal Wire in Laser Additive Manufacturing
Presenter: Mikael Hellström, Luleå University of Technology Start Time: 2:50 PM
03:10
0193 - Laser Additive Manufacturing of TI-6AL-4V Alloy at a High-Deposition Rate Using a Rectangular Laser Spot
Presenter: Rebar Hama-Saleh, Fraunhofer Institute for Laser Technology Start Time: 3:10 PM
Monitoring in Laser-Based Powder Bed Fusion
Session Chair: Dieter De Baere LAM Session 6
0192 - Advancing Powder Bed Fusion – Laser Beam Monitoring: Evaluating High-Resolution Optical Tomography Performance with Metallic Benchmark Analysis
Presenter: Vito Errico, Politecnico di Bari Start Time: 2:00 PM
0041- In-Line Process Monitoring in Laser Welding and Powder Bed Fusion of Metals Using Directional Reflection Measurements
Presenter: Moritz Wittemer, Technical University of Munich Start Time: 2:30 PM
0088 - In-line Defect Detection in AM Builds Using Laser Ultrasonics
Presenter: Marvin Klein, Intelligent Optical Systems Start Time: 2:50 PM
0130 - Development in Diagnostic Mirrors for Monitoring the Laser Additive Manufacturing Process
Presenter: Hansjörg Rohde, Laser Components Germany Start Time: 3:10 PM
Laser Welding Fundamentals Session Chair: Mingpu Yao MACRO Session 6
0238 - Beam Shaping vs. Feature Synchronous Energy Coupling
Presenter: Michael Schmidt, Bayerisches Laserzentrum GmbH
Start Time: 2:00 PM
0083 - Effects of Beam Mode Parameters on Keyhole and Molten Pool Behavior in High-Power Laser Welding
Presenter: Takashi Kayahara, Osaka University Start Time: 2:30 PM
0068 - A Numerical Assessment of Keyhole Stability in the Laser Beam Welding with External Magnetic Field
Presenter: Fan Yang, Bundesanstalt für Materialforschung und -prüfung (BAM) Start Time: 2:50 PM
0049 - A Parametric Study of the Laser Energy Absorption in High-power Laser Beam Welding
Presenter: Marcel Bachmann, Bundesanstalt für Materialforschung und -prüfung (BAM)
3:10
Presenter: Knut Partes, Jade University of
Start Time: 4:00 PM
0104 - Process Development and Heat Flow Analysis for Thin Walls made of Aluminum using Extreme High-Speed Laser Material Deposition (EHLA3D)
Presenter: Cedric Hauschopp, Fraunhofer Institute for Laser Technology Start Time: 4:30 PM
- Additive Manufacturing on a Higher
- The Final Steps in DED With Powder and Wire Towards Guaranteed Quality and *First Time Right*
Presenter: Markus Kogel-Hollacher, Precitec GmbH & Co KG Start Time: 4:50 PM
0100 - Relation Between Vapor Emission and Melt Pool Behaviour During Laser Metal Interaction
Presenter: Malte Schmidt, Jade University of Applied Sciences Start Time: 5:10 PM
0011 - M2 Projection Variant in Laser Powder Bed Fusion Systems Presenter: Michael Scaggs, Haas Laser Technologies, Inc Start Time: 4:00 PM
0258 - Dynamic Beamshaping in DED, Adjustable Microstructure and In-Process Pyrometer Measurements
Presenter: Karen Schwarzkopf, Institute of Photonic Technologies Start Time: 4:00 PM
Glass Processing Session Chair: Eric Mottay MICRO Session 6
0076 - Microscale 3D Manufacturing of Ultra Low Expansion Glass by Femtosecond Laser-Assisted Etching for High Precision Applications
Presenter: Enrico Casamenti, FEMTOprint Start Time: 2:00 PM
0109 - Smart-Alloying for Tailored Microstructures in Laser-Based Metal Additive Manufacturing
Presenter: Anastasiya Toenjes, LeibnizInstitute for Materials Engineering Start Time: 4:30 PM
0032 - Enhancing the Efficiency of Laserbased Powder Bed Fusion of Metals through the Use of Localized and Vertically Directed Shielding Gas Flow
Presenter: Vadim Medvedev, Bayerisches Laserzentrum GmbH
Start Time: 4:50 PM
0079 - Adaptive Slicing in Powder Bed Fusion of Metals Using a Laser Beam – Investigation on Productivity, Laser Absorption, Geometrical Accuracy and Thermal Conditions
Presenter: Robert Ortmann, Ruhr University Bochum Start Time: 5:10 PM
0089 - A Development Workflow Based on In Situ Synchrotron Investigations to Optimize Laser-Processing of Copper Pins
Presenter: Christoph Spurk, RWTH Aachen University Start Time: 4:00 PM
0133 - Dynamic Analysis of Spatter Generation Mechanism in Vacuum Laser Welding
Presenter: Kai Tomita, JFE Steel Corporation Start Time: 4:50 PM
0043 - Investigating the Effect of Dynamic Laser Beam Oscillations in Remote Fusion Cutting Process
Presenter: Matteo Busatto, Politecnico di Milano Start Time: 5:10 PM
PM Exhibitor Reception Hollywood Ballroom 5:30PM - 9:30PM
0153 - Advancements in Femtosecond Laser Drilling Techniques for Through-Glass Vias
Presenter: Bogusz Stępak, Fluence Start Time: 2:50 PM
0174 - Processing of Transparent Glass Using a Femtosecond DUV Flat-Top Laser Source
Presenter: Aivaras Urniežius, Light Conversion Start Time: 3:10 PM
- Truly Polarization Maintaining Laser Beam Delivery System (BDS) Module Based on Hollow Core Fiber Technology
Presenter: Benoit Beaudou, GLOphotonics Start Time: 4:00 PM
0246 - Ultrafast Laser Direct Writing of Pure Proteinaceous Microstructures*
Presenter: Daniela Serien, National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology Start Time: 4:00 PM
0144 - Polarization Maintaining Fiber Beam Delivery for Direct Laser Interference Patterning
Presenter: Paul Froemel, PT Photonic Tools GmbH
Start Time: 5:10 PM
0086 - Evaluation of Measures to Reduce Thermal Distortion Caused by Laser-Based Structuring of Thin Aluminum and Steel Sheets With Continuous Wave Fiber Laser
Presenter: Christoph Wortmann, Fraunhofer Institute of Laser Technology
Start Time: 4:50 PM
0061 - 680 Hrs Endurance Test of a DUV Laser Beam Delivery via a Connectorized Hollow-Core Photonic Crystal Fiber
Presenter: Banoit Beaudou, GLOphotonics
Start Time: 4:30 PM
0038 - Laser-assisted Fiber Cleave: Modeling and Fundamentals
Presenter: Lei Mu, Corning Research & Development Corporation
Start Time: 4:30 PM
0138 - In-Line Depth Sensor for Precision Ultrafast Laser Machining with Integrated Feedback, Control and Metrology
Presenter: Stephen Uhlhorn, 6D Laser, LLC
Start Time: 4:50 PM
Agenda: Wednesday, November 6
8:30 AM
Bed
2 Session Chair: Thierry Marchione LAM Session 8
10:30 AM 0220 - High Power Lasers and Light Valve Technology for Rapid, High Resolution Metal 3D Area Printing
Presenter: Selim Elhadj, Seurat Technologies Start Time: 10:30 AM
11:00 AM 0053 - Ressource-efficient Add-on Structures for the Mechanical Post-processing of Laser Powder Bed Fusion Parts using 5-axis Machining
Presenter: Johannes Waldschmidt, Hein & Oetting Feinwerktechnik GmbH
Start Time: 11:00 AM
11:20 AM 0062 - Insertion of Optical Fiber Sensors in Components Manufactured by Laser Powder Bed Fusion: Study and Applications
Presenter: Pascal Aubry, Université Paris-Saclay Start Time: 11:20 AM
11:45 AM
11:40 AM 0078 - Impact of the Process Parameters and Part Properties from the Laser Powder Bed Fusion (PBF-LB) Process on the Weld Seam Quality of Laser-Welded AlSi10Mg PBF-LB-Parts
11:50 AM
11:55 AM
12:00 PM
Presenter: Steffen Kramer, University of Stuttgart Start Time: 11:40 AM
PANEL SESSION: Business Panel - Global Industrial Laser Overview
Moderator: Neil Ball, Directed Light, Klaus Loeffler, Precitec Inc
Panelist: Thilo Wersborg, Precitec GmbH
Panelist: Jason Sun, MaxPhotonics
Panelist: Henrikki Pantsar, TRUMPF
Panelist: Dave MacClennan, AILU 8:30AM - 10:00AM
Surface Processing 1 Session Chair: Markus Kogel-Hollacher MACRO Session 8
0243 - Laser Cladding with Wire Feeding Using a High Power Direct Diode Laser: Process Fundamentals, Numerical Simulation, and Real-time Monitoring
Presenter: Mingpu Yao, Southern Methodist University
Start time: 10:30 AM
0163 - Repairing H13 Hot Forging Tools by Means of Laser Directed Energy Deposition
Presenter: Juan Pao, Universidade de Vigo
Start Time: 11:00 AM
0050 - Fine-Tuning Syngas Composition using Laser Surface Modified Silver Electrode for CO2 Electroreduction
Presenter: Hongtao Ding, University of Iowa Start Time: 11:20 AM
0108 - Influencing the Powder Particle Transport in High-Speed Laser Melt Injection
Presenter: Philipp Warneke, BIAS - Bremer Institut für angewandte Strahltechnik GmbH Start Time: 11:40 AM
Functionalization 2 Session Chair: Gwenn Pallier MICRO Session 8
0227 - Coupling High-power Femtosecond Lasers and Beam Engineering for Industrial Application Challenges
Presenter: Quentin Mocaer, Amplitude Start Time: 10:30 AM
0201 - The Aging Effect on Surface Wettability After Ultrafast Laser Surface Structuring
Presenter: Xin Zhao, Clemson University
Start Time: 11:00 AM
0200 - Enhancing Mechanical Properties of FDM 3D-Printed Parts with Ultrafast Laser Post-Processing
Presenter: IIya Mingareev, Florida Institute of Technology
Start Time: 11:20 AM
LIA Annual Meeting & Awards Luncheon 12:00PM - 2:00PM
Manipulation Session Chair: Daniela Serien FLA Session 8
0242 - Laser Ablation for Low-cost Manufacturing of III-V Solar Cells
Presenter: Theresa Saenz, National Renewable Energy Laboratory
Start Time: 10:30 AM
0007 - Ultrafast Femtosecond Laser Processing for Broadband Emitters
Presenter: Minok Park, Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory Start Time: 11:00 AM
0065 - Development of Embedded GraphiticSandwich Structures in Single-Crystal Synthetic Diamond via Ultrafast Laser Micromachining
Presenter: Brian Canfield, University of Tennessee Space Institute
Start Time: 11:20 AM
0181 - Optical Figuring and Finishing Using Femtosecond Lasers
Presenter: Jie Qiao, Rochester Institute of Technology Start Time: 11:40 AM
Agenda: Wednesday, November 6
LAM MACRO FLA
DED Material 2
Session Chair: Peter Mayr LAM Session 9
02:00 PM 0236 - Combined Wire and Powder Ded for Combinatorial Materials Development and High Productivity LAM
Presenter: Christoph Leyens, Fraunhofer IWS Start Time: 2:00 PM
Laser Surface Processing 2 Session Chair: Marcel Bachmann MACRO Session 9
0251-Laser Surface Treatments for Economical and Eco-Friendly Solutions
Presenter: Seckin Birzat, LASER ISSE Start time: 2:00 PM
- Additive Manufacturing Between
Confinements with the LDNA Process
Presenter: Kai Biester, Laser Zentrum Hannover e.V. Start Time: 2:50 PM
0064 - Results on Combinatorial Design and Manufacturing by Laser Cladding of Cobaltfree Hardfacing Multi-Principle Element Alloys
Presenter: Pascal Aubry, Université ParisSaclay Start Time: 3:10 PM
Presenter: Alessandro Ascari, University of Bologna Start Time: 2:30 PM
0051 - Enhancing Corrosion Resistance of Lightweight Metal Alloys through Laser Surface Processing
Presenter: Hongtao Ding, University of Iowa Start Time: 2:50 PM
0125 - Tensile Strength of Specimens Manufactured Using Laser Wire Bonding
Presenter: Laura Budde, Laser Zentrum Hannover e.V. Start Time: 3:10 PM
Networking Break 3:30PM - 4:00PM
Closing Keynote Session
Medical and Advanced Fiber-Coupled Applications
Session Chair: Jared Speltz FLA Session 9
0253-Ultrafast Lasers for Aerospace Applications
Presenter: Adam Hicks, Air Force Reseatch Laboratory Start Time: 2:00 PM
0020 - Fs Laser Scalpel: Damage-Free Ablation of Bone Tissue in Uv-To-Mir Regimes
Presenter: Laura Gemini, ALPhANOV Start Time: 2:30 PM
0075 - Laser Production of Bioactive Glass Nanofibers for Effective Wound Healing and Tissue Regeneration
Presenter: Mónica Fernández-Arias, Universidade de Vigo
Start Time: 2:50 PM
0240 - Application of Hollowcore Fiber coupled Femtosecond laser for 6 Degree of Freedom Robotic Applications
Presenter: Dak Stone, University of Dayton Research Institute
Start Time: 3:10 PM
04:00 PM
KEYNOTE I
Project Silica: Application of Laser Material Processing to Archival Storage Presenter: Richard Black
KEYNOTE II
Academy Award - “Lights, Camera, Laser Action!” Presenter: Gregory Niven
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Highlights
Meet our Keynote speakers!
OPENING CLOSING
Dr. Jan-Philipp Weberpals
AUDI AG, Stuttgart, Germany
Dr. Jan-Philipp Weberpals studied mechatronics and automation technology at the University of Stuttgart and graduated as an engineer in 2004. He worked at the Institute for Beam Tools (IFSW) at the University of Stuttgart until 2010 and obtained his doctorate as a PhD engineer in 2010 on the topic of the benefits and limits of good focusability in laser beam welding. In 2011, Dr. Weberpals moved to technology development department at AUDI AG as an expert for laser beam processes in car body construction. In the following years, he and a development team developed laser beam remote welding of aluminum alloys susceptible to hot cracking, which Audi uses in aluminum vehicles worldwide. Since 2017, he has increasingly devoted himself to laser beam processes in electromobility and has been the responsible developer for laser beam processes for high-voltage battery module production. This year, Audi was able to set another benchmark through this work with the holistic approach for laser beam welding for cell contacting of battery modules with highest quality through the use of AI embedded sensors.
Greg Niven
Consultant,
Enschede, Netherlands
Gregory T. (Greg) Niven is a Canadian-born laser trailblazer with over 35 years of experience in the industry. His passion for lasers began in childhood and has since led him to become a driving force in the adoption of laser technology for computer-toplate imaging, photofinishing, and direct-write PCBs in the 1990’s and early 2000’s while working at Creo and Coherent. While at Novalux/Necsel, the cinema projection efforts ramped up in 2009 with design wins in all key worldwide projector makers, the completion of laser developments and the commencement of the commercialization process. By 2014, Greg’s vision was realized with a global rollout of lasers replacing legacy lamps in cinemas. Greg has been a part of winning four Prism Awards and most recently a Technical Oscar win in February 2024. In addition to these achievements, Greg is most proud of his four adult children and lives in Silicon Valley with his wife of 30 years, where he enjoys playing ice hockey and cheering for the San Francisco 49ers!
Richard Black
Microsoft
Research, Cambridge, England
Richard is a Senior Principal Research Manager at Microsoft Research, Cambridge, where he leads the research on digital storage and its applications to cloud computing. This includes his role as Research Director for Project Silica, an archival data storage media storing data inside glass using ultra-short-pulse lasers.
Richard’s past research interests at Microsoft Research include computer security, performance analysis of distributed systems, digital networking, and operating systems. Richard enjoys the mix of academic publishing and potential for high real-world impact which Microsoft Research provides.
Highlights
Check out these key events!
Welcome Celebration
Sunday, November 3 | 5:00pm
ICALEO’s welcome celebration is always a memorably festive affair that brings together longtime and new attendees for an evening of snacks, beverages, and live entertainment. The Welcome Reception is the perfect place to interact with the ICALEO Conference Chairs and mingle with your colleagues in a fun and relaxed environment at ICALEO’s kickoff networking event.
Appreciation Breakfast
Monday, November 4 | 7:30am
Program Committee members and session chairs are invited to attend this informative start to the week’s events on Monday, October 16 at 7:30am. Both new and veteran session chairs will receive important session materials and audio-visual tips, along with any last-minute updates to the program. Please plan to arrive in time to fuel up for a strong start to an exciting conference.
LIA’s Laser Running Club
6:30am | Monday, November 4; Tuesday, November 5; Wednesday, November 6
Meet with your colleagues for our traditional sunrise run. Enjoy running through the sights of Hollywood while catching up with your fellow early risers. A tradition begun by former LIA President Klaus Loeffler, the LIA Laser Running Club keeps you energized during the conference. Meet us in the hotel lobby with your Laser Running Club shirt on! If you are a newcomer, we will provide you with a shirt. Learn more about how to participate at the ICALEO registration desk.
President’s Reception
Monday, November 4 | 6:30pm
ICALEO’s President’s Reception is a celebrated event hosted by this year’s LIA President Aravinda Kar. Taking place at an exciting secret location a few minutes from the hotel, you can expect the evening to be filled with good food, drinks, and fun!
Celebrating Women in Photonics Luncheon
Tuesday, November 5 | 12:00pm
We invite all of our female attendees to join us for an exclusive luncheon honoring the incredible women advancing the photonics and laser industry. This event will be a unique opportunity for women in the field to connect, celebrate each other’s achievements, and inspire one another. Enjoy some food while engaging in enriching conversations and strengthening your professional network. We look forward to celebrating the remarkable contributions of women in our industry with you!
Highlights
Check out these key events!
Laser Industry Exhibitor Reception
Tuesday, November 5 | 5:30pm
Enjoy drinks and hors d’oeuvres while sharing ideas with colleagues and suppliers. Discuss equipment and applications in a relaxed setting after the day’s technical sessions. To participate as an ICALEO sponsor or exhibitor, contact the LIA Marketing Department at marketing@lia.org.
Sponsors and Exhibitors registered as of October 24th in alphabetical order:
AIP Publishing
Aerotech
Amplitude Laser Group
Bloom Lasers
Board of Laser Safety
Cailabs
Civan Lasers
DataRay Inc
EKSPLA
Gentec Electro-Optique, Inc.
HAAS Lasers
LASEA
Headshot Booth
Tuesday, November 5 | 5:30pm
Laser ISSE
Lasermech
Laserline
Laservision
Light Conversion Ltd.
Maxphotonics
PowerPhotonic
Precitec
Scansonic LLC
SPIE
TRUMPF Inc.
*Sponsors are listed in blue font
We are offering free professional headshots during the Exhibitor Reception! Availability will be on a first come, first serve basis. Find the booth during the reception or an LIA staff member for more information.
Poster Gallery
Tuesday, November 5 | 5:30pm
For the first hour of the Exhibitor Reception poster submitters will be available by their poster to answer questions from judges and attendees. The posters will be displayed throughout the foyer and will remain up for the duration of the reception, so be sure to check them out!
Panel Session - Global Industry Trends in Laser Manufacturing
Wednesday, November 6 | 8:30am
The business session has returned to ICALEO this year. Explore the evolving landscape of laser manufacturing on our panel, “Global Industry Trends in Laser Manufacturing.” This discussion will feature experts from the EU, China, the USA, and the UK, offering a comprehensive look at how regional developments are shaping global trends. Join us for a deep dive into the international forces driving innovation and growth in this cutting-edge industry.
Highlights
Check out these key events!
LIA Annual Meeting & Awards Luncheon
Wednesday, November 6 | 12:00pm
Enjoy a plated lunch as LIA and its partners honor the best of the best at the annual ICALEO’s Awards Luncheon. Be the first to congratulate the 2024 winners of the following awards:
Arthur L. Schawlow Award
William M. Steen Award
LIA Fellows
JLA Paper Award
The luncheon will also play host to LIA’s Annual Meeting.
Ice Cream Send Off
Wednesday, November 6 | 5:40pm
Enjoy ice cream and a final networking opportunity after the Closing Plenary to celebrate the close of the conference.
Thursday Field Trip - Peterson Museum
Thursday, November 7
Rated the #1 Automotive museum in the world, at the Petersen Automotive Museum, we will go on a private tour guided by Petersen’s expert docents, where we will explore the history of the automobile, from early legends to stunning modern supercars. You will see turn-ofthe-twentieth-century cars, head-of-state vehicles, American classics, the personal rides of Hollywood legends, award-winning hot rods, cars that pushed the boundaries of innovation, and many other surprises.
Included is a tour of the Vault, presented by Hagerty®, 250+ of the Rarest Vehicles Ever Assembled, Hidden Beneath the Museum. Discover some of the most iconic and rare cars, motorcycles, and trucks spanning over 120 years of automotive history.
Your ticket includes:
• To-go breakfast and coffee service
• Transportation to Petersen Automotive Museum
• Immersive two-hour guided journey through the museum and renowned Vault
• Transportation back to Loews Hollywood
LIA Annual Awards
Arthur L. Schawlow Award
Outstanding Contribution to Basic and Applied Research in Laser Science and Engineering
The Arthur L. Schawlow Award recognizes outstanding, career-long contributions to basic and applied research in laser science and engineering leading to fundamental understanding of laser materials interaction and/or transfer of laser technology for increased application in industry, medicine and daily life. Examples of fields of contribution include the following in addition to many relevant topics:
• Laser spectroscopy and its application in materials processing and diagnostics
• Laser-aided materials processing
• Laser interaction with biological tissues
• Development of new lasers
The Schawlow honoree will be acknowledged at the LIA Awards Ceremony, during which the recipient will give an address.
Eligibility: Nominations are open to candidates who made outstanding contribution to basic and applied research in laser science and engineering. The recipient does not have to be a member of LIA but sustained service to LIA can be one of the additional contributions that is considered for the award. Nominations are active for three years.
Winner will be presented the award during the Awards Luncheon on Wednesday, November 6th.
William M. Steen Award
Organizations with Significant Innovation in the use of Lasers for Advanced Materials Processing
The prestigious William M. Steen Award for significant developments in laser material processing is named after one of the early pioneers in the subject. Laser Material Processing is one of the growth points in modern manufacturing. To bring focus to the many developments taking place and to promote the development of new ideas the LIA is making awards for the top idea of the year as adjudicated by a prize giving panel.
In order to qualify the innovative development should have experimental proof of concept in the use of lasers or monitoring of laser processes and should fit one of the criteria stated below:
• Open a new area of application for lasers.
• Be of benefit to manufacturing with lasers.
• Solve a problem either particular or general by the use of lasers.
• Show some novel sensing system by using optics or when monitoring laser processes.
• A development in photo chemistry.
• A development in photo-therapies.
• A development in 3D printings with lasers
Winner will be presented the award during the Awards Luncheon on Wednesday, November 6th.
LIA Fellows Award
LIA’s most Prestigious Level of Membership
The grade of Fellow is the highest level of membership in the The Laser Institute. It is awarded to recognize members of the institute who have:
- Attained unusual professional distinction in the LIA mission areas of laser science and technology, laser applications and/or laser safety, and
- Provided outstanding service to their field.
Nominations are open to candidates who must have practiced the profession of laser science and engineering in academia, medicine, industry or government for at least 10 years, and whose membership is current. For exceptional candidates, the Executive Committee may waive the eligibility requirements.
Winner will be presented the award during the Awards Luncheon on Wednesday, November 6th.
Journal of Laser Applications (JLA) Best Paper Award Excellence in Laser Applications Research
The Journal of Laser Applications Best Paper Award is given annually in recognition of outstanding laser applications research to the primary author of a selected paper published in the journal in the preceding three years. Each Editor nominates a single paper in their topical area for consideration by the full Editorial team based on the quality and significance of the work. The winning author receives free registration to ICALEO and a Crystal Award.
Winner will be presented the award during the Awards Luncheon on Wednesday, November 6th.
Poster Award Contest
Recognizing Poster Presentation
This longstanding ICALEO showcase draws a crowd and inspires plenty of discussion. Join presenters as they answer your questions during the Exhibitor Reception on Tuesday where posters will be displayed. Check the ICALEO proceedings for accompanying manuscripts from presenters who submit them for publication. Posters will be available for viewing throughout the conference and will also be judged by a panel.
Prize winners will be announced during the Closing Plenary Session on Wednesday, November 6th.
Student Paper Award Contest
Recognizing Student Excellence
Not only does the student paper contest illuminate the great work of up-and-coming researchers, but cash awards will be presented to the first-, second- and third-place winners in each contest. Student papers accepted for competition will be judged by an international panel based on originality of topic/material presented, scientific and technical merit, and presentation quality.
Prize winners will be announced during the Closing Plenary Session on Wednesday, November 6th.
To view deadlines and nomination forms, please visit www.icaleo.org/industry-awards.
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