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• Science: Physics: Optics: Lasers  (30)

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.

Don K's Laser Page: - So you want a working diode laser? Gives information on laser diode pointers.

How Lasers Works: - A tutorial from Livermore National Labs.

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.

The Invention of the Laser at Bell Labs, 1958 - 1998: - Laser history, written by the lab where it happened.

The Laser Adventure: - [Windows-based computer preferred for best viewing experience.] In English and Hebrew. A course on "Lasers and their Applications" developed by Rami Arieli for grades 11-12 and college level.

Laser Tutorial: - Basic explanation of the operation of a laser.

Lasers: - FAQ-like text covering the safe operation and creation of homemade lasers.

Sam's Laser FAQ: - Describes types of lasers (including laser pointers), their operation and safe use.




Schawlow and Townes Invent the Laser: - Bell labs tells the history of the invention and evolution of the LASER at Bell Labs: 1958 - 1998.