Work

A laser-based heat treatment process for the fabrication of a bistable structure

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: This work demonstrates a repeatable two step-laser cutting and heat-treatment process for manufacturing bistable mechanical structures. This can reliably induce bistability, and through tuning of the laser processing parameters the snap-through force of the structure can be adjusted.

Source: Materials Letters

DOI: 10.1016/j.matlet.2026.140454

Authors: Declan Wynne, Robert L. Reuben, Duncan P. Hand

Institution: Heriot-Watt University

Language: English

Topic: Advanced Materials and Mechanics

Subfield: Mechanical Engineering

Field: Engineering

Domain: Physical Sciences

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $2,870

Funders: Renishaw, Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council