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Course Outline
Introduction to WAAM and Hybrid Manufacturing
- The landscape of additive manufacturing for metals
- Core WAAM principles and deposition techniques
- Hybrid robot-CNC strategies and current industry trends
Fundamentals of FANUC Welding Robot Programming
- Introduction to FANUC robotic systems and the ROBOGUIDE platform
- Constructing paths for arc welding applications
- Managing teaching points, tool offsets, and coordinate frames
GMAW Processes and WAAM Deposition Planning
- Configuring Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) parameters for WAAM
- Controlling wire feed rate, travel speed, and current
- Planning single-bead and multi-bead layering strategies
Coordinating HAAS CNC Systems
- 5-axis worktable capabilities and part positioning
- Reference alignment and calibration relative to robotic paths
- Designing CNC toolpaths for hybrid finishing operations
Integrating Robot and CNC Workflows
- Process planning: Comparing robot-first versus CNC-first hybrid approaches
- Techniques for handshaking, data exchange, and synchronization
- Simulating and optimizing real-world process timing
Validating Processes and Troubleshooting
- Assessing WAAM geometric accuracy and consistency
- Addressing weld defects, layer distortion, and post-processing requirements
- Common diagnostic steps in hybrid manufacturing environments
Summary and Future Directions
- Recap of key integrated WAAM process elements
- Recommended approaches for production validation and scaling
- Guidance on testing, safety compliance, and quality assurance measures
Requirements
- Familiarity with industrial automation concepts
- Practical experience in welding or robotic programming
- Foundational knowledge of CNC machining principles
Target Audience
- Robotic welding technicians
- Manufacturing and automation engineers
- Specialists managing hybrid CNC and robotic processes
21 Hours