Hi all, a quick intro! I developed an interest in lasers over the past few months. Sadly, I found that Australia has some of the strictest laser laws in the world. These laws might make it difficult getting parts for projects - time will tell. So far, I've pulled down two old DVD burners and one brand new LG 22x, removed the sleds and extracted the diodes. Safety glasses needed before I go any further!
Have a strong background in electronics and communications, but no laser experience. I'm an unrestricted private pilot (but haven't flown for several years due to health issues). For a time was involved in pro event video and was a partner in a modelling agency.
I hope to help others on the forum eventually. Need to learn a lot before that can happen. I'm always busy on something or other, so I hope making room for laser projects won't be too problematic. Finally, my compliments to all members of the forum - what I've read so far has been valuable and most helpful.
Have a strong background in electronics and communications, but no laser experience. I'm an unrestricted private pilot (but haven't flown for several years due to health issues). For a time was involved in pro event video and was a partner in a modelling agency.
I hope to help others on the forum eventually. Need to learn a lot before that can happen. I'm always busy on something or other, so I hope making room for laser projects won't be too problematic. Finally, my compliments to all members of the forum - what I've read so far has been valuable and most helpful.