Femtosecond laser-induced graphite structural patterning and surface gasification: a molecular dynamics study
Key Points
This research aims to investigate the advantages of femtosecond lasers over nanosecond lasers in the engraving of graphite materials.
Utilized molecular dynamics simulations to explore laser-induced effects on graphite.
Compared the engraving precision of femtosecond lasers versus nanosecond lasers at micro-nano scales.
Femtosecond lasers achieved higher precision in structural patterning compared to nanosecond lasers.
Surface gasification was more effective with femtosecond laser treatment, enhancing material processing capabilities.
Abstract
Femtosecond lasers are superior to nanosecond lasers in graphite material manufacturing, due to their advantages in precise micro–nano-scale engraving.