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Course Outline
Introduction to WAAM and Hybrid Manufacturing
- Fundamentals of additive manufacturing in metals.
- Core principles of WAAM and various deposition methods.
- Hybrid robot-CNC strategies and current industry trends.
FANUC Welding Robot Programming Basics
- Insight into FANUC robotic systems and the ROBOGUIDE software.
- Constructing paths for arc welding applications.
- Setting teaching points, tool offsets, and coordinate systems.
GMAW Process and WAAM Deposition Planning
- Optimizing Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) parameters for WAAM.
- Controlling wire feed, travel speed, and electrical current.
- Strategies for single-bead and multi-bead layer deposition.
HAAS CNC System Coordination
- Managing 5-axis worktables and part setup procedures.
- Aligning references and calibrating with robotic paths.
- Creating CNC toolpaths for hybrid finishing operations.
Integration Workflow Between Robot and CNC
- Strategic process planning: comparing robot-first versus CNC-first workflows.
- Implementing handshaking, communication, and synchronization protocols.
- Simulating processes and analyzing real-world timing.
Process Validation and Troubleshooting
- Ensuring geometric accuracy and consistency in WAAM outputs.
- Addressing weld defects, layer distortion, and post-processing requirements.
- Standard troubleshooting procedures for hybrid environments.
Summary and Next Steps
- Recap of key components in the integrated WAAM process.
- Recommendations for validating and scaling production.
- Future steps regarding testing, safety standards, and quality assurance.
Requirements
- Familiarity with core industrial automation concepts.
- Prior experience in welding or robotic programming.
- Fundamental understanding of CNC machining principles.
Target Audience
- Robotic welding technicians.
- Manufacturing and automation engineers.
- Specialists involved in hybrid CNC and robotic operations.
21 Hours
