Laser fabrication is a manufacturing process that uses high-powered lasers to cut, engrave, weld, and mark a wide range of materials, including metal, plastic, wood, and composites. The process involves the use of a laser beam to focus a high amount of energy onto a specific point on the material, causing it to melt, vaporize, or burn away.

The laser used in the process can be a CO2, fiber, or Nd:YAG laser, depending on the specific requirements of the application. The laser beam is directed by a computer-controlled system that can follow complex paths and shapes with high accuracy and precision.

Laser fabrication offers several advantages over traditional manufacturing processes. It is a non-contact process, which means there is no physical tool-to-material contact, reducing the risk of damage or deformation to the material. It also produces minimal heat-affected zones, resulting in minimal distortion, warping, or discoloration of the material.

Laser fabrication can be used in a wide range of applications, including the creation of custom parts, prototyping, and mass production of products. It is commonly used in industries such as aerospace, automotive, medical, and electronics, among others.

Some common applications of laser fabrication include the creation of intricate patterns and designs on jewelry, engraving of logos and markings on metal parts, cutting and shaping of metal sheets for architectural purposes, and welding of electronic components in the manufacturing of microchips.