Lasers by Hal Hellman
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"Lasers" by Hal Hellman is a scientific publication written in the late 1960s, as part of the U.S. Atomic Energy Commission's "Understanding the Atom Series." The book delves deeply into the principles of laser technology, exploring its fascinating applications and underlying physics. It elucidates the operation of lasers, highlighting the concept of coherent light and its significance in various fields, including medicine, telecommunications, and scientific research. In this informative booklet, Hellman begins
by providing context on electromagnetic radiation before explaining the unique properties of lasers, which produce an intense and focused beam of coherent light. The author discusses the breakthrough moment when the first laser was created, detailing the physics of stimulated emission and population inversion that enable laser operation. The book also explores diverse applications of lasers, from delicate medical surgeries to advanced communication technologies, emphasizing how lasers revolutionize industries and everyday life. Ultimately, "Lasers" aims to enhance readers' understanding of this groundbreaking technology and its potential to shape the future. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Hellman, Hal, 1927- |
|---|---|
| Title | Lasers |
| Series Title | Understanding the atom |
| Credits | Stephen Hutcheson and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 54.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | TK: Technology: Electrical, Electronics and Nuclear engineering |
| Subject | Lasers |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 65512 |
| Release Date | Jun 4, 2021 |
| Last Update | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 369 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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