Researchers at Russia’s Mendeleev University of Chemical Technology have unveiled a laser welding method that joins diverse materials such as glass and metal for high tech applications. This development was highlighted by the university’s press service and covered by RIA News.
The project aligns with the growing demand to miniaturize optical, analytical, and electronic devices. A leading focus is the use of femtosecond lasers to bond components with differing properties, a capability explored by the Department of Glass and Sitall at the same university. The university’s announcement frames the work as a significant step for compact device manufacturing and reliable material integration.
The core concept involves concentrating a laser beam onto a micron scale region at the interface of two joined elements. This localized heating facilitates diffusion between the materials, enabling a strong, tight connection even for exceptionally small parts made from different substances.
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