The world's most powerful laser (so far) fired

[GR3EN]

This story popped up on the news feed this morning. Of course it is only a short pulse but impressive none the least. Thoughts?

Japanese scientists fire the world's most powerful laser

 

[Pi R Squared]

I would expect the Japanese to do this, I think they are even ahead of us in some areas of technology, they are a very resourceful and innovative people. I expect they will soon develope their own lasers that can destroy missiles and aircraft.

Alan

 

[trussmonkey25]

This story popped up on the news feed this morning. Of course it is only a short pulse but impressive none the least. Thoughts?

Japanese scientists fire the world's most powerful laser

Looks more like a tax money boondoggle to me.

 

[ped]

I'd turn up at the Lab with a balloon and say...


But can it...