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Duration 21 hours
Course Outline
Introduction to WAAM and Hybrid Manufacturing
- An overview of additive manufacturing techniques in metal
- Core principles of WAAM and various deposition methods
- Hybrid robot-CNC strategies and emerging industry trends
FANUC Welding Robot Programming Fundamentals
- An introduction to FANUC robotic systems and the ROBOGUIDE software
- Developing paths for arc welding applications
- Managing teaching points, tool offsets, and coordinate systems
GMAW Process and WAAM Deposition Planning
- Configuring Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) parameters for WAAM
- Controlling wire feed rate, travel speed, and electrical current
- Strategizing single-bead and multi-bead layer structures
HAAS CNC System Coordination
- An overview of 5-axis worktables and part setup procedures
- Aligning references and calibrating with robotic paths
- Creating CNC toolpaths for hybrid finishing operations
Integration Workflow Between Robot and CNC
- Process planning: comparing robot-first versus CNC-first hybrid workflows
- Implementing handshaking, communication protocols, and synchronization methods
- Simulating and managing real-world process timing
Process Validation and Troubleshooting
- Ensuring geometric accuracy and consistency in WAAM outputs
- Addressing weld defects, layer distortion, and post-processing requirements
- Common troubleshooting steps within hybrid manufacturing environments
Summary and Next Steps
- A review of the key components in an integrated WAAM process
- Recommended pathways for production validation and scale-up
- Next steps regarding testing, safety compliance, and quality assurance
Requirements
- Familiarity with industrial automation concepts
- Background in welding or robotic programming
- Fundamental understanding of CNC machining principles
Target Audience
- Robotic welding technicians
- Manufacturing and automation engineers
- Technologists specializing in hybrid CNC and robotic processes
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