Optimization of processes in industry is crucial for competitiveness, with lasers playing an important role. Stainless steel, due to its corrosion resistance, often requires treatment after welding, as welding damages the protective oxide layer. The aim of this thesis was to explore the possibility of optimizing the welding and cleaning process of stainless steel welds using a continuous laser. We varied cleaning parameters such as the distance from the laser beam focal point, power, and scanning speed. The results were visually assessed and organized into a matrix. We have determined that surface is not only cleaned, but also partially melted.
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