Journal of Computer Aided Manufacturing and Automation ISSN: 3107-7404 (Online)

Authors:-Aniket Naik , Balkrishna Patil, Clive Da Costa, Shivkumar Kalasa, Satish Chanagond 

Abstract:-L.P machine consists of two main machines which are laser cutting and 3D printing combined in one machine, these all machines are very expensive in the market so instead of buying two machines we can buy only one machine with both functions and having high accuracy. In our project we have decided to develop working model of laser cutting and engraving machine. This machine is very useful in our department since it’s a kind of rapid prototyping machine. It can cut out paper patterns and thermoplastic sheets to produce desired shape and patterns. Till now we have collected information on laser cutting, laser and what engraving is. Laser cutting is different from laser engraving; in case of engraving very low intensity laser torch is used as compared to laser cutting. We got a brief introduction on laser, how it works, what are its properties, how to generate it and how to control its intensity. It might not cut through chunks of wood but surely burn the top layer. So combining both the machines in one we can make both the processes economical efficient and easy to use. This will also occupy less space and reduce men power required.