Additive manufacturing (AM) offers unique capabilities in terms of design freedom and
customization, contributing to sustainable manufacturing. However, energy efficiency …

Laser additive manufacturing is a layer-by-layer process that offers flexibility in
manufacturing complex shapes without dedicated tools. It is also used for repairing high-cost …

The thermal monitoring of additive manufacturing techniques implementing high-power
energy sources is essential to ensure process quality. Although the number of research …

Additive manufacturing (AM) is heralded as a new manufacturing paradigm with significant
environmental, economic, and social sustainability consequences. The purpose of this study …

Abstract Laser Metal Deposition (LMD) is one of the most promising Additive Manufacturing
(AM) technologies for the fabrication, coating and repair of metal components. Although, due …

In an increasingly technological world, energy efficiency in manufacturing is of great
importance. While large manufacturing corporations have the resources to commission …

Abstract The Laser Metal Deposition (LMD) is emerging among the additive manufacturing
(AM) technologies of metals for its versatility. It takes advantage of the flexibility of a laser …

Over the past decade, laser cladding has made significant strides, proving highly effective in
cladding applications due to its efficiency. The process involves manipulating a base plate …

This doctoral thesis is the result of the supervision and collaboration of the University of
Basilicata, the Polytechnic of Bari, and the enterprise Master Italy srl The main research lines …

Rising global concerns about energy consumption and its environmental impact have fueled
interest in renewable and sustainable energy sources, with solar energy emerging as a …