Weidong Meng

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Weidong Meng is a leading researcher in advanced laser manufacturing, specializing in laser cladding and laser metal deposition technologies. His work focuses on optimizing additive manufacturing processes, particularly through innovative powder feeding and beam delivery systems. Meng’s major contributions include pioneering the use of inside-beam powder feeding technology combined with robotic systems, enabling precise control over cladding layer geometry. His 2016 study on the influence of substrate-inclined angles on section size (55 citations) provided critical insights for fabricating complex, non-planar components. Additionally, his research on spatial variable orientation deposition using hollow-laser beams (37 citations) advanced the capability to produce freeform structures with enhanced accuracy and material efficiency. These innovations have significant implications for aerospace, automotive, and tooling industries, where high-performance, custom geometries are essential. With over 90 combined citations for his most-cited works, Meng’s contributions are widely recognized for bridging fundamental process understanding with practical robotic manufacturing solutions. His work continues to shape the evolution of directed energy deposition, offering scalable pathways for next-generation additive manufacturing.