New R & D Project "Enhanced laser shock peening with ultrafast lasers - LAPE"

2021-11-05

The aim of the "Enhanced laser shock peening with ultrafast lasers - LAPE" project is to develop an innovative ultra-fast laser shock peening (ULSP) technology and system based on high-energy ultra-fast lasers emitting at 1 μm, for efficient processing of complex 3D laser additive manufactured components and thin metal sheets. 

ULSP technology is dedicated to enforce mechanical properties (density, hardness, fatigue life) & reliability of complex lightweight parts, dedicated to address the growing demand of target markets: 

• Automotive
• Metal tools
• Energy engineering
• Medical

The total cost for all the participants is 1 273 216 €. Optogamos part in the project is 249 960 € from which the 129 992 € part is for financing.  

The project started in August 2021 and the duration is 36 months.

The project is funded by Eureka under the Eurostars program.