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Paolo De Bortol
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Laser engraving, CAD/CAM automation and custom software

Who I am

I work in laser engraving, industrial processes, and software development. I am passionate about connecting production, design, and digital tools to create practical solutions, improve workflows, and turn technical ideas into real applications. I love figuring out how to make work simpler, for myself and for others.

What I do

I develop custom tools, CAD/CAM automation, and solutions for processing images, meshes, and technical data. I also work on texture design, laser processing, finish reverse engineering, technical training, and R&D activities on materials and process strategies.

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Laser texturing

The images show some real examples of processes I developed using nano- and femtosecond laser sources, including graining, geometric patterns, and organic textures designed to improve the appearance and functionality of surfaces.

Micromachining

Examples of laser micromachining processes developed to create 3D structures, optical geometries, micro-drilling features, and functional textures, with particular attention to precision and surface quality.

Software

I develop custom software tools for laser processing, Rhinoceros plugins for processing geometries, surfaces, textures, and images, and automation tools to simplify CAD/CAM workflows.

Laser Toolpath Web App

Laser Toolpath Web App is an experimental web app for calculating laser toolpaths from TIFF height-map files. Processing runs directly in the browser, without uploading files to a server, and generates a toolpath that can be downloaded as a ZIP file. Click the icon to open the app.

Laser Toolpath Web App preview

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