Could the dazzling laser weaponry of science fiction become a reality?
While we use lasers every day for much more subtle tasks, the destructive, brilliant bursts seen in space battles remain firmly in the realm of fiction. This video explores the underlying mechanics of how lasers function and investigates whether sci-fi weaponry is physically possible.
Christopher Baird examines the gap between the lasers integrated into our modern lives and the high-powered weaponry depicted in cinema. By investigating the fundamental principles of how lasers work, the lesson seeks to determine if the physics of light can ever bridge the distance between daily utility and the cinematic destruction of a rebel fleet.
Source: Will laser blasters ever be possible? - Christopher Baird
