Comments on Saser - Sonic Equivalent Of Laser
It appears that this is the first working prototype of a device long theorized; it is the first device to produce coherent sound waves in the terahertz frequency range (Read
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"Errand of Mercy promo, from Star Trek TOS.
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(Bill Christensen 6/18/2009 7:47:26 PM)
"For shame that you didn't mention sonic screwdrivers."
(Kovacs 6/25/2009 11:11:53 AM)
"You're right - when I get back to my computer I'll add the reference. Thanks!"
(Bill Christensen 6/25/2009 12:49:58 PM)
"hmm, if this coherent sound beam or multiple beams could envelope a conventional hand held laser andmeet at a certain point to vibrate air and disrupt the optic qualities of air at that point,thus terminating the coherence of the laser beam at that point, you'd have your first practical light saber. "
(perk 8/7/2009 9:01:46 AM)
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