Dr. Christian Otten, Founder of LaVa-X

Dr. Christian Otten, Founder of LaVa-X

Interview in German language: Weld penetration, seam quality, energy efficiency: The latest episode of LP.PRO’s photonics podcast focuses on laser welding—specifically, welding in a vacuum. It combines the advantages of electron beam and laser beam processes, and its applications range from pressure sensor manufacturing to the production of batteries and fuel cells for e-mobility.

Our guest, Dr. Christian Otten, founder of LaVa-X in Herzogenrath, explains the unique features of the process, the effects of the vacuum on the process, and the approaches LaVa-X is pursuing in this area. His conclusion: Our strongest sector remains sensor technology, but e-mobility is giving us a tremendous boost forward.