LAM Workshop 2024 Advance Program

JULY 15 - 17, 2024

General Chair Welcome A Message from LAM Chair Mike Lander

Mike is Senior Scientist at Skyward Ltd, located in Dayton, Ohio. Mike has been active in the field of optics and photonics for over 37 years. Mike has significant experience in laser physics specializing in high power (above 100KW) laser systems development, optical system design, electro-optical sensing solutions, laser-materials interaction testing and characterization, and laser-based additive manufacturing. Mike has developed and enhanced multiple high power laser systems applied to laser-materials interaction testing, and laser-systems engagement testing. Mike has developed related testing methods, laboratory and range laser safety practices, materials response sensing systems, and commercial additive manufacturing products relating to laser powder bed fusion (LPBF) processing and process monitoring. Mike’s most recent work at Skyward Ltd involves fire protection for air and ground vehicles, and interaction with Skyward’s multi-disciplined engineering and scientific teams dedicated to scanning and reverse engineering for additive manufacturing design, advanced modeling and simulation, machine learning, and ordinance range testing activities.

Mike received the BS in Physics from Earlham College in 1985 and the MS in Electro-Optics from the University of Dayton in 1987.

Welcome to the 2024 LAM® Workshop!

We are excited to announce the 12th year of the Laser Additive Manufacturing workshop (LAM) will include an emphasis on three key technology areas (Lasers, Optics, and Sensors) relating to the advancement and validation of Laser Additive Manufacturing. The event will be held 15-17 July 2024 in Dayton, Ohio, with a kickoff reception planned the evening of July 15th. This unique workshop will dive deeply into the latest technology advancements relating to laser/multi-laser processing, operational wavelengths, beam shaping, and process event sensing with related technology demonstrations accompanying presentations. The workshop will highlight:

Lasers: Advancements in laser operational modes, wavelength generation, and multibeam implementation considerations for Laser Additive Manufacturing including effects resulting from temporal pulse shaping, operational wavelength, wavelength variation, and multi-beam processing/interactions.

Optics: Laser resonator-based and post-laser optical beam shaping options effecting spatial energy distribution including resonator-based modulation, multi-beam interference modulation, and optical energy redistribution.

Sensors: Imaging and thermal sensing technologies providing measurements and/or representations of pre-melt powder state, post melt process state, and in-situ melt pool temperature/profile characterization including material heating, melt, consolidation, and cooling.

In addition, the LAM 2024 Workshop will highlight regional workforce training initiatives relating to the incorporation of educational materials covering Advanced Photonics Manufacturing from 6th grade through college-level academic and licensing/ certification programs. Don’t miss this opportunity to meet up with other professionals from around the world to learn, share, and to make new friends.

See you in Dayton!

Mike Lander Skyward Ltd.

Dayton, Ohio Birthplace of Aviation

Welcome to Dayton!

Dayton is a city located in southwestern Ohio, in the United States. It is the sixthlargest city in the state, with a population of over 140,000 residents. Known for its rich aviation history and contributions to science and technology, Dayton has become a hub for innovation and entrepreneurship. It also has a rich aviation history and is often referred to as the “birthplace of aviation” due to the Wright brothers’ work on powered flight. Orville and Wilbur Wright lived in Dayton and conducted much of their research and experimentation on flight here. Whether you’re interested in aviation, history, science, the arts, or simply looking for a welcoming community, Dayton is a city worth exploring.

Dayton’s Don’t Miss List:

National Museum of the United States Air Force; Dayton History Museum; Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park; Cox Arboretum and Gardens

Marriott at the University of Dayton

1414 S Patterson Blvd Dayton, OH 45409

+1 (937) 223-1000

Registration

Discover the newly re-energized and refreshed Marriott at the University of Dayton. Nestled in a picturesque park-like setting on the University of Dayton’s campus and just minutes from downtown and major corporate and government facilities, this hotel seamlessly combines spacious comfort with convenience. The hotel’s design pays homage to Dayton’s rich history of flight, with tributes to Orville and Wilbur Wright’s pioneering aircraft.

When booking through LAM, attendees receive a discounted group rate! Deadline for Group Rate: Friday, June 14th

Registration for this event is done through eventbrite and can be found on the Attend page on our website: lam.ngo/attend. Registration will also be available on site for those who need it.

Early Bird: $645 (Ends May 17, 2024)

Standard: $750 (Begins May 18, 2024)

EMI Symposium Only: $50

Visa Information

We recommend all non-US participants apply for their visas at least 3 months before the congress. However, some consulates may have backlogs in scheduling visa interviews, so you should first contact the consulate to find out how long the wait is for an interview. For more information, visit lam.ngo/travel-information.

Early Bird and Standard Registrations include all sessions, lunches, and receptions, as well as access to the Education Meets Industry Symposium on Monday. For more information on registration, please visit our website or email lam@lia.org.

LAM 2024 Committee

Special thanks to our volunteer chairs!

LASERS

Advancements in laser operational modes, wavelength generation, and multi-beam implementation considerations for Laser Additive Manufacturing including effects resulting from temporal pulse shaping, operational wavelength, wavelength variation, and multi-beam processing/interactions.

SENSORS

Imaging and thermal sensing technologies providing measurements and/or representations of pre-melt powder state, post-melt process state, and in-situ melt pool temperature/ profile characterization including material heating, melt, consolidation, and cooling.

OPTICS

Laser resonator-based and post-laser optical beam shaping options effecting spatial energy distribution including resonatorbased modulation, multi-beam interference modulation, and optical energy redistribution.

Rick Neff Rick Neff, LLC

John Middendorf Ohio State University

John Taranto Thorlabs

Education Meets Industry Symposium

Monday, July 15, 2024

Symposium Chair:

Joe Sciabica

Talent Development Center

The Education Meets Industry (EMI) Symposium is kicked off by Dr. Larry R. Dosser (LIA Fellow) and promises insights into historical context, current workforce demands, and future trends in defense and industry.

EMI focuses on laser materials processing and additive manufacturing, highlighting the increasing need for skilled technicians with interdisciplinary expertise. Presentations advocate a return to fundamentals, emphasizing the importance of mastering basics like laser material interaction. Dayton’s integration of DRSS-CAMP with Clark State College’s Laser Material Processing Pathway ensures students access state-of-theart equipment, preparing them for industry demands. This collaboration represents a significant step in bridging the gap between education and industry, fostering a new generation of adaptable manufacturing professionals.

1:00 PM Welcome by LIA

Gilbert Haas, The Laser Institute

Education Meets Industry (EMI) Symposium

1:10 PM Welcome by Symposium Chair

Presentation 1

1:15 PM

Presentation 2

1:45 PM

Joe Sciabica, Talent Development Center

Opening Keynote: The Fundamentals: CAMP Project Based Learning Model

Dr. Larry Dosser

Lighting the Spark...

Valerie, Dayton STEM School; Tayla, Dayton STEM School

2:15 PM Break

Presentation 3

2:30 PM

Presentation 4

3:00 PM

Laser Focused: Advanced Manufacturing Pathways at Clark State College

Toni Overholser, Clark State University

Internships & Industry Skills Requirements

Patty Buddelmeyer, Strategic Ohio Council for Higher Education

3:30 PM Break

Panel: State of the Industry Driving Workforce Education Needs

Moderator: Dr. John Middendorf, Ohio State CDME

Approach to Filling/Developing Technical Talent TBD, TRUMPF

Panel

3:45 PM

State of the Laser Material Processing Industry

Kevin Hartke, Resonetics

Undergrad to Grad Programs

Dr. Jason Deibel, University of Dayton

Education and Workforce Development NCDMM_America Makes Dr. Josh Crammer, National Center for Defense Manufacturing and Machining

4:45 PM Closing Keynote

Debbie Holton, Converge Consult Group

5:15 PM Closing Remarks

Joe Sciabica, Talent Development Center

5:30 PM Reception

Program subject to change. More details will updated as they become available.

9:00 AM

Presentation 1 9:15 AM

Session I: Optics

9:45 AM

Presentation 2 10:00 AM

Presentation 3 10:30 AM

Presentation 4 11:00 AM

LAM Workshop

Tuesday, July 16, 2024

Welcome by LAM Chair

Mike Lander, The Laser Institute

Opening Keynote: Perspective on Lasers, Optics & Sensors in Additive Manufacturing of Metals—Defining Value

Abdalla Nassar, John Deere

Session Opening

John Taranto, Thor Labs

Upscaling Laser Powder Bed Fusion by Increasing the Deposition Rate with Beam-Shaping

Thibaut Atche, Cailabs

Advanced Beam Steering Scan Head with In-Situ Sensing for Metal Additive Manufacturing from Novanta

Tom Davis, Novanta

Advances in Non-Mechanical Beam Steering for Advanced Laser Manufacturing

Emily Fehrman Cory, Airship Consulting Dayton

11:30 AM Lunch

Session II: Lasers

12:45 PM

Presentation 5 1:00 PM

Presentation 6 1:30 PM

Presentation 7 2:00 PM

Session Opening

Rick Neff, Rick Neff, LLC

Increasing Productivity, Widening Process Windows, and Controlling Properties for Additive Manufacturing Enabled by AFX Fiber Lasers with Programmable Beam Quality

Tyson Lowder, nLight

Green Laser Directed Energy Deposition Additive Manufacturing With Powder and Wire

Eliana Fu, TRUMPF

Novel Additive Applications with IR and Visible High Power Diode Lasers

Wolfgang Todt, Laserline; Oleg Raykis, Laserline

2:30 PM Break

Session III: Optics

Presentation 8 3:00 PM

Presentation 9 3:30 PM

Presentation 10 4:00 PM

Antireflective Surface Properties – A New Biomimetic Approach

Martin Kohse, Fraunhofer IPT

Shaping Laser Beams for Improved Control in Metal 3D Printing

Thej Tumkur Umanath, Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory

Advancing Laser Additive Manufacturing through Holographic Beam Shaping

Kosta Falaggis, University of North Carolina Charlotte

4:30 PM Closing/Announcements

5:00 PM Exhibitor Reception

Program subject to change. More details will updated as they become available.

LAM Workshop

Wednesday, July 17, 2024

9:00 AM Welcome by LAM Chair

Mike Lander, The Laser Institute

Session IV: Sensors

Presentation 12

9:15 AM

Presentation 13 10:00 AM

Presentation 14

10:30 AM

Presentation 15 11:00 AM

Session Opening Keynote: In-Situ Sensing in Additive Manufacturing

John Middendorf, Ohio State CDME

Development of Relationships between Melt Pool and Global Thermal Conditions with Material Quality and Properties

James Craig, Stratonics

In-Situ Sensor Fusion for Defect Detection

Dr. Tom Spears, Open Additive

Additive Manufacturing using Adaptive and AI-based Process Control

Markus Kogel-Hollacher, Precitec GmbH

11:30 AM Lunch

Session II: Lasers

Presentation 16

1:00 PM

Presentation 17

1:30 PM

Presentation 18 2:00 PM

Metal Additive Manufacturing using Blue Lasers

Andrew Dodd, Nuburu

High Power Lasers and Light Valve Technology for Rapid, High Resolution Metal 3D Area Printing®

Selim Elhadj, Seurat

Recent Advancements in Lasers for Additive Manufacturing Applications

Shailesh Patkar, Coherent

2:30 PM Break

Session III: Sensors

Presentation 19 3:00 PM

Presentation 20 3:30 PM

Presentation 21 4:00 PM

Fast and Non-Destructive Characterization of Moving Laser Beams

Attila Werner, PRIMES GmbH

Linking L-PBFAM Process Monitoring to Conventional NDE

Ted Reutzel, Pennsylvania State University

Layer-wise Long Exposure Signals from Near Infrared Cameras for Laser Powder Bed Fusion Processes

Shuchi “SK” Khurana, Addiguru

4:30 PM Closing by LAM Chair

Mike Lander, The Laser Institute

4:45 PM Ice Cream Social and Close

Program subject to change. More details will updated as they become available.

LAM ® 2024 Opportunities

Vendor Reception: Tuesday, July 16, 2024

Give your company a spotlight at this year’s conference! Our conference partners are invaluable and receive recognition throughout the conference, as well as networking opportunities and a 4-hour vendor reception.

Exhibition is for the duration of the 2-day workshop giving you time to connect with attendees, with exclusive networking opportunities during the vendor reception.

As a sponsor or exhibitor, you’ll have the unique opportunity to:

• Exhibit Space: Showcase your products and services to a targeted audience of industry professionals during the two-day event.

• Exclusive Networking: Connect with decision-makers and industry influencers at the four-hour vendor reception on Tuesday night.

• Recognition: Gain visibility and recognition as a valued sponsor/exhibitor through event materials, signage, and digital platforms.

Opportunities are still available!

Don’t miss your chance to elevate your brand and connect with leaders of the additive industry. Email marketing@lia.org if you are interested.

Overall Conference Sponsor

Choice of Attendee Gift, Welcome Reception, Sponsor Reception, Event Lunches, or Conference Bags

LEVEL: $5,000

Choice of Lanyards or Conference Program

$4,000

Choice of Morning Breaks, Afternoon Breaks or Panel Discussion

All Exhibitors receive...

• Tabletop in prominent location for the duration of the 2-day workshop

• Exclusive networking opportunities during the vendor reception on July 16

• Company logo and listing in the Workshop Program

All Sponsors receive everything above, plus...

• Company logo/signage displayed throughout workshop and at sponsored event

• Workshop registration(s*)

• An ad in the Workshop Program and the LIA Today newsletter*

• Hyperlink to company on the LAM website

• Social Media Promotion

*Dependent on sponsor level

Special Thanks to our Platinum Sponsor