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Course Outline
Introduction to WAAM and Hybrid Manufacturing
- The role of additive manufacturing in metal production
- Core WAAM principles and deposition techniques
- Hybrid robot-CNC strategies and current industry trends
Fundamentals of FANUC Welding Robot Programming
- An overview of FANUC robotic systems and ROBOGUIDE software
- Creating paths for arc welding applications
- Setting teaching points, tool offsets, and coordinate systems
GMAW Process and WAAM Deposition Planning
- Optimizing Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) settings for WAAM
- Managing wire feed rates, travel speeds, and current control
- Planning single-bead and multi-bead layer strategies
Coordination with HAAS CNC Systems
- Managing 5-axis worktables and part setup procedures
- Aligning references and calibrating with robotic paths
- Developing CNC toolpaths for hybrid finishing operations
Integrating Robot and CNC Workflows
- Strategic process planning: comparing robot-first and CNC-first approaches
- Implementing handshaking, communication, and synchronization methods
- Simulating and analyzing real-world process timing
Process Validation and Troubleshooting
- Assessing the geometric accuracy and consistency of WAAM parts
- Addressing weld defects, layer distortion, and post-processing requirements
- Standard troubleshooting procedures in hybrid environments
Conclusion and Future Steps
- Recap of the key components of an integrated WAAM process
- Recommended pathways for production validation and scaling up
- Next steps regarding testing, safety compliance, and quality assurance
Requirements
- Familiarity with industrial automation principles
- Prior experience with welding or robotic programming
- Fundamental understanding of CNC machining operations
Target Audience
- Robotic welding technicians
- Manufacturing and automation engineers
- Technologists specializing in hybrid CNC/robotic processes
21 Hours