The European ADALAM project aims to develop a sensor-based adaptive micromachining system for zero-failure manufacturing, based on ultrashort-pulse laser ablation and a novel depth measurement sensor, together with advanced data analysis software and automated system calibration routines. The technology developed will generate new solutions for manufacturing of high-quality and innovative products, such as adaptive micromilling of 2.5D structures, defect detection and removal, and texturing of complex tool features.