Experimental Investigation of the Cutting Front Angle during Remote Fusion Cutting

Remote fusion cutting represents a promising tool in the field of laser material processing. To further promote the practical application of this process, it is necessary to gain additional know-how concerning the process dynamics. In this contribution an experimental investigation of the cutting front angle is presented. This angle is calculated by evaluating recordings of the process with a high speed camera. Analysis reveals the varying influences of the different process parameters regarding the cutting front angle. Furthermore, a process model based on the achieved results is introduced and discussed. Finally, the relevant findings are summarised and an outlook concerning further investigations is given.