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Course Outline
Introduction to WAAM and Hybrid Manufacturing
- Survey of additive manufacturing techniques for metal
- Fundamentals of WAAM and various deposition methods
- Hybrid robot-CNC methodologies and current industry trends
Basics of FANUC Welding Robot Programming
- Overview of FANUC robotic ecosystems and ROBOGUIDE simulation
- Developing paths for arc welding applications
- Teaching points, tool offsets, and coordinate system management
GMAW Process and WAAM Deposition Planning
- Optimizing Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) settings for WAAM
- Managing wire feed rates, travel speed, and current control
- Strategies for single-bead and multi-bead layer construction
Coordination of HAAS CNC Systems
- Understanding 5-axis worktables and part setup procedures
- Aligning reference points and calibrating with robotic paths
- Programming CNC toolpaths for hybrid finishing operations
Integration Workflow Between Robot and CNC
- Process planning: comparing robot-first versus CNC-first hybrid approaches
- Techniques for handshaking, communication, and synchronization
- Timing simulation versus real-world execution
Process Validation and Troubleshooting
- Verifying the accuracy and consistency of WAAM geometry
- Addressing weld defects, layer distortion, and post-processing requirements
- Standard troubleshooting steps within hybrid environments
Summary and Next Steps
- Review of the components that make up an integrated WAAM process
- Recommended pathways for production validation and scaling
- Next steps regarding testing, safety compliance, and quality assurance
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
- Technologists specializing in hybrid CNC and robotic processes
21 Hours
