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Course Outline
Introduction to WAAM and Hybrid Manufacturing
- Briefing on metal additive manufacturing trends.
- Core WAAM principles and deposition techniques.
- Industry insights on hybrid robot-CNC methodologies.
Fundamentals of FANUC Welding Robot Programming
- Overview of FANUC robotic ecosystems and the ROBOGUIDE platform.
- Designing motion paths for arc welding tasks.
- Managing teaching points, tool offsets, and coordinate systems.
GMAW Process and WAAM Deposition Planning
- Optimizing Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) parameters for WAAM.
- Controlling wire feed, travel speed, and electrical current.
- Strategies for single-bead and multi-bead layer deposition.
Coordination with HAAS CNC Systems
- Managing 5-axis worktables and part setup procedures.
- Aligning references and calibrating against robotic paths.
- Developing CNC toolpaths for hybrid finishing operations.
Integrating Robot and CNC Workflows
- Strategic process planning: robot-led vs. CNC-led hybrid models.
- Techniques for handshaking, data communication, and synchronization.
- Simulating and timing processes for real-world execution.
Process Validation and Troubleshooting
- Ensuring geometric accuracy and consistency in WAAM outputs.
- Addressing weld defects, layer distortion, and post-processing requirements.
- Standard troubleshooting protocols for hybrid environments.
Conclusion and Path Forward
- Recap of key components in integrated WAAM processes.
- Recommendations for production validation and scale-up.
- Guidance on testing, safety compliance, and quality assurance steps.
Requirements
- Familiarity with core industrial automation concepts.
- Prior experience in welding or robotic programming.
- Fundamental understanding of CNC machining principles.
Target Audience
- Professional robotic welding technicians.
- Manufacturing and automation engineers.
- Technologists specializing in hybrid CNC and robotic processes.
21 Hours