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The simultaneous observation of both plume morphology and particle in plume is crucial for characterizing the plume dynamic behavior with the particle signals during fiber laser keyhole welding. In this study, synchronous triggering of the photodetector and the particle in-situ measurement system facilitated the simultaneous observation of both plume morphology and particle within the fiber laser beam, as well as the relationship between the plume's visual image and the optoelectronic signal. In the early stages of fiber laser welding, optoelectronic signals and particle signals are generated nearly simultaneously. During the welding process, the plume can be categorized into a bottom oscillating section and a narrow section resembling the focusing pattern of the fiber laser beam. Notably, when the bottom plume oscillates in the direction of the fiber laser beam, the maximal amplitude of the particle signals is observed. This characteristic is independent of various parameters, including laser power, welding speed, and the defocus distance. When the bottom plume swings toward the fiber laser beam, the particles carried by the plume into the focused beam contribute to the maximal signal amplitude. This feature can be utilized to establish a correspondence between particle signals and the oscillating behavior of the plume. © 2025 Elsevier Ltd
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Optics and Laser Technology
ISSN: 0030-3992
Year: 2025
Volume: 190
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