|
 This
method does not require detailed introduction. Laser cut
and engraved parts, mostly for architectural models,
made their way to professional model making several
decades ago. Along with
CNC
laser cutting can be
considered as one of the veterans in development of
computer controlled rapid prototyping technology.
This technique is relatively inexpensive, simple, fast
and accurate. Laser cutting machines are able to
translate an input in form of simple graphic files, such
as JPEG, TIFF or PDF.
Like
CNC, it utilizes a wide variety of materials,
including plastics, composites, woods and metals. The
best type of media is a sheet type materials, which has
to be precisely cut from side to side or half way
through the material. |
