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Course Outline
Introduction to WAAM and Hybrid Manufacturing
- Overview of metal additive manufacturing
- Principles of WAAM and deposition methods
- Hybrid robot-CNC approaches and industry trends
FANUC Welding Robot Programming Basics
- Overview of FANUC robotic systems and ROBOGUIDE
- Creating paths for arc welding applications
- Teaching points, tool offsets, and coordinate systems
GMAW Process and WAAM Deposition Planning
- Configuring Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) processes for WAAM
- Controlling wire feed, travel speed, and current
- Strategies for single-bead and multi-bead layers
HAAS CNC System Coordination
- Overview of 5-axis worktables and part setup
- Aligning and calibrating with robotic paths
- Programming CNC toolpaths for hybrid finishing
Integration Workflow Between Robot and CNC
- Process planning: Robot-first vs. CNC-first hybrid workflows
- Handshaking, communication, and synchronization techniques
- Simulating and analyzing real-world process timing
Process Validation and Troubleshooting
- Verifying WAAM geometry accuracy and consistency
- Addressing weld defects, layer distortion, and post-processing needs
- Common troubleshooting steps in hybrid environments
Summary and Next Steps
- Review of integrated WAAM process components
- Suggested paths for production validation and scaling
- Next steps for testing, safety compliance, and quality assurance
Requirements
- Familiarity with industrial automation concepts
- Experience in welding or robotic programming
- Basic understanding of CNC machining principles
Target Audience
- Robotic welding technicians
- Manufacturing and automation engineers
- Technologists specializing in hybrid CNC/robotic processes
21 Hours
