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Course Outline
Introduction to WAAM and Hybrid Manufacturing
- Overview of metal additive manufacturing
- WAAM fundamentals and deposition techniques
- Hybrid robot-CNC strategies and market trends
Fundamentals of FANUC Welding Robot Programming
- Introduction to FANUC robotic systems and ROBOGUIDE
- Generating paths for arc welding tasks
- Managing teaching points, tool offsets, and coordinate frames
Planning GMAW Processes and WAAM Deposition
- Configuring Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) settings for WAAM
- Controlling wire feed, travel speed, and current
- Strategizing single-bead and multi-bead layering
Coordinating HAAS CNC Systems
- Managing 5-axis worktables and part positioning
- Aligning and calibrating references with robotic paths
- Coding CNC toolpaths for hybrid finishing operations
Workflow Integration Between Robot and CNC
- Planning hybrid processes: robot-led vs. CNC-led approaches
- Implementing handshaking, data exchange, and synchronization
- Simulating and managing real-world process timing
Validating Processes and Resolving Issues
- Checking WAAM geometric precision and uniformity
- Addressing weld flaws, layer warping, and post-processing requirements
- Standard troubleshooting procedures in hybrid setups
Wrap-Up and Future Actions
- Recap of integrated WAAM process elements
- Guidance on production verification and scaling
- Planning for testing, safety adherence, and quality control
Requirements
- Familiarity with industrial automation concepts
- Practical experience with welding or robotic programming
- Foundational knowledge of CNC machining principles
Target Audience
- Robotic welding technicians
- Manufacturing and automation engineers
- Specialists in hybrid CNC/robotic processes
21 Hours
