Lasers

Lasers Links

Introduction to Lidar An introduction to atmospheric lidar for high school students. Lidar can be considered like radar but using light instead of radio waves.
Laser History Heavily hyperlinked history of the laser from time of Einstein to present day, from microwave lasers to optical and x-ray lasers. Emphasis on lasers discovered in space and lasers in astronomy.
What You Should Know When Buying a Laser Pointer Basic types of laser pointers, their operation and safe use.
Laser Diode Advice So you want a working diode laser? Gives information on laser diode pointers.
Argon Gas Laser System The argon laser was invented in 1964 by William Bridges at Hughes Aircraft and is one of a family of ion lasers that use a noble gas as the active medium. This laser is used in many applications.
Laser Tutorial Basic explanation of the operation of a laser.
Lasers FAQ-like text covering the safe operation and creation of homemade lasers.
The Invention of the Laser at Bell Labs, 1958 - 1998 Laser history, written by the lab where it happened.
Laser and Lidar Glossary Hyperlinked glossary of terms used when discussing lasers and lidar.
How a Laser Works A tutorial from Livermore National Labs.

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