Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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5358547 | Applied Surface Science | 2015 | 11 Pages |
Abstract
In this paper, we present an experimental study on the process of marking alumina by three different lasers working in two wavelengths: 1064Â nm (Near-infrared) and 532Â nm (visible, green radiation). A colorimetric analysis has been carried out in order to compare the resulting marks and its contrast. The most suitable laser operating conditions were also defined and are reported here. Moreover, the physical process of marking by NIR lasers is discussed in detail. Field Emission Scanning Electron Microscopy, High Resolution Transmission Electron Microscopy and X-ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy were also employed to analyze the results. Finally, we propose an explanation for the differences of the coloration induced under different atmospheres and laser parameters. We concluded that the atmosphere is the key parameter, being the inert one the best choice to produce the darkest marks.
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Authors
J. Penide, F. Quintero, A. Riveiro, A. Fernández, J. del Val, R. Comesaña, F. Lusquiños, J. Pou,