lasers
The Wonderful World of Lasers
Laser stands for Light Amplification by the Stimulated Emission of Radiation. Lasers work by producing an intense beam of bright light that travels in one direction. The laser has the unique ability to produce one specific color or wavelength of light, which can be varied in its intensity and pulse duration. The newest laser systems have become remarkably precise and selective, allowing treatment results and safety levels not previously available. …
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…the earth by pulses of laser light aimed at the mirror. The reflection back is then divided by half, just like radar, to find the distance.
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