| ELMSS | Extreme learning machine of single-track scanning |
| ELMPS | Extreme learning machine of plane scanning |
| MRR | Material removal rate |
| BP | Back propagation |
| RBF | Radial basis function |
| ANN | Artificial neural network |
| LP | Laser power |
| PF | Pulse frequency |
| SS | Scan speed |
| LS | Line spacing |
| D | Depth of ablation |
| W | Width of ablation |
| Ra | Surface roughness |
| GA-ELMSS | ELMSS optimized by genetic algorithm |
| GA-ELMPS | ELMPS optimized by genetic algorithm |