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Duration 21 hours
Course Outline
Foundations of WAAM and Hybrid Manufacturing
- Introduction to additive manufacturing in metals
- Core principles of WAAM and deposition techniques
- Exploring hybrid robot-CNC methodologies and current industry trends
Essentials of FANUC Welding Robot Programming
- Overview of FANUC robotic architectures and ROBOGUIDE software
- Developing movement paths for arc welding tasks
- Managing teaching points, tool offsets, and coordinate systems
GMAW Process Optimization and WAAM Deposition Strategy
- Configuring Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) parameters for WAAM
- Regulating wire feed rates, travel speeds, and electrical current
- Planning single-bead and multi-bead layering strategies
Coordinating the HAAS CNC System
- Overview of 5-axis worktable configurations and part setup
- Aligning reference points and calibrating against robotic paths
- Generating CNC toolpaths for hybrid finishing operations
Synchronizing Robot and CNC Workflows
- Strategic planning: Comparing robot-first versus CNC-first hybrid approaches
- Implementing handshaking, communication, and synchronization protocols
- Simulating processes and managing real-world timing dynamics
Validating Processes and Resolving Issues
- Ensuring accuracy and consistency in WAAM geometric output
- Addressing weld defects, layer distortion, and post-processing requirements
- Common troubleshooting procedures within hybrid manufacturing environments
Conclusion and Future Directions
- Recap of key components in an integrated WAAM process
- Recommended strategies for production validation and scaling
- Subsequent steps involving testing, safety compliance, and quality assurance
Requirements
- Familiarity with fundamental industrial automation concepts
- Practical experience in welding or robotic programming
- Foundational knowledge of CNC machining principles
Target Audience
- Robot welding technicians
- Manufacturing and automation engineers
- Technologists specializing in hybrid CNC and robotic processes
