Background/Approach

The aim of the project is the development of a laser based structuring process for glass materials. In order to substitute common processes for glass surface treatment, e.g. etching and sandblasting the LZH is performing investigations using laser radiation. In order to change the optical properties of the glass surface the laser is used to insert suited structures into the material. In special the structuring process in investigated by using different laser types and optical equipment. The goal of the project is to develop a high flexible process for various applications.

Qualification

To work on this specific subject, firsthand experience or alternatively knowledge on following topics is helpful:

• good background knowledge and some hands-on experience of optics and lasers
• basic knowledge in CAD (AutoCAD)
• basic knowledge in physics
• practical approach to work and solving problems
• interested to work in a challenging field
• independent work

Location

Theoretical and experimental tests at Laser Zentrum Hannover (LZH)

Supervision

By scientists from the laser and material processing division.