What Is a Laser Cutter? – Simply Explained - All3DP | iPads, MakerEd and More  in Education | Scoop.it

"As their name suggests, laser cutters create patterns and designs by cutting into materials. A powerful laser beam is the source that melts, burns, or vaporizes the material.

Essentially, laser cutting is a fabrication process that uses a thin, focused, laser beam to cut and etch materials into custom designs, patterns, and shapes as specified by a designer. This non-contact, thermal-based fabrication process is ideal for several materials, including wood, glass, paper, metal, plastic, gemstone, and is capable of producing intricate parts without needing a custom-designed tool."