LLNL is known for its National Ignition Facility (NIF), the only facility in the world to have achieved fusion ignition - a breakthrough on the road to sustainable energy production. New materials and manufacturing processes are being developed here to withstand the extreme conditions of these processes.
During his stay, Frederik Maiwald was able to present his research on laser plastic welding and carry out experiments on laser beam shaping together with Thejaswi Tumkur - a valuable exchange with leading scientists and an opportunity to contribute to the further development of promising manufacturing technologies.
The visit to SPIE Photonics West in San Francisco provided an excellent platform for exploring the latest developments in the photonics industry, sharing specialist knowledge and engaging in dialogue with international experts.
In addition to the scientific work, there was also a sporting challenge on the programme: Frederik Maiwald took part in the Race to the Flagpole in Livermore and made it to the podium in his OTH uniform - a strong sign of the university's international cohesion and commitment to the global scientific community!
