Date/Time
Date(s) - 03/30/2021
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
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Abstract
The Department of Defense (DOD) has been utilizing laser and automated paint removal technologies as alternative processes to traditional paint/coating removal methods. These new technologies have demonstrated the ability to reduce costs, reduce waste, improve safety, and increase weapon system readiness. The DoD’s validation and continued development of laser coating removal systems has resulted in the technology moving from limited, niche applications to engineered systems using commercial, off-the-shelf components that are reliable, easy to maintain, and being used for mainstream applications. This forum will include briefings from the US Air Force on the advancements of their laser coating removal program, updates on their full aircraft robotic paint removal program, an update from NAVAIR on their rotor blade laser de-painting operation at Fleet Readiness Center-East, a discussion form Keyport NUWC on their laser ablation program, and finally, Boeing will describe their handheld laser ablation technology.
Agenda
1300-1305: Welcome, Intro & Purpose – Greg Kilchenstein, OSD-MR
1305-1309: Administrative Notes – Debbie Lilu (NCMS)
1309-1330: F-16 Robotic Laser Ablation – Rik Crowther (USAF) Presentation
1330-1350: Robotic Laser Coating Removal at WR-ALC – Shane Groves (WR-ALC)
1350-1410: Automated Rotor Blade Stripping System (ARBSS) Update – Chase Templeton (FRCE)
1410-1430: Boeing Handheld Laser Ablation – Kady Gregersen (Boeing)
1430-1450: Laser Ablation at Keyport – Steve McKee (NUWC Keyport)
1450-1500: Wrap-Up – Greg Kilchenstein (OSD-MR)
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