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Area of Science:

  • Laser Machining and Optics
  • Biomedical Engineering
  • Materials Science

Background:

  • Precise control of the focal plane is critical for high-resolution laser machining.
  • Maintaining consistent laser-material interaction is challenging due to sample positioning variations.
  • Existing methods for focus monitoring can be complex or intrusive.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop a real-time focus tracking system for femtosecond laser machining.
  • To utilize the inherent low coherence of the machining laser for position monitoring.
  • To enhance the stability and accuracy of laser ablation processes.

Main Methods:

  • A single-laser, real-time focus tracking system was designed.
  • A Michelson Interferometer collected backscattered laser data from the ablation spot.
  • Custom software analyzed data and controlled an XYZ automated translation stage for position correction.

Main Results:

  • Stable etching of channels with consistent cross-section profiles was achieved on bovine tooth.
  • The system maintained the sample within the confocal parameter during processing.
  • The system demonstrated the capability to monitor crater depth evolution and assess material removal.

Conclusions:

  • The developed focus tracking system significantly improves the stability of laser machining.
  • This technology enables precise material processing with enhanced control over depth and profile.
  • The system offers a practical solution for real-time monitoring and correction in laser ablation.