Tailoring of Engineering Material Properties through Laser Cladding: Metallurgical, Mechanical and Tribological Properties

In this comprehensive guide to laser cladding of engineering materials, expert contributors provide a detailed yet easy‑to‑follow explanation of the process, its use for surface modification and the benefits and applications of this technique in different environments and for different purposes.

The optimization of an engineering material’s properties and behavior is vital for economic, safety and quality assurance reasons when these materials are applied in various industrial settings. This...