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Scientists develop new X-ray device

Last Updated: Monday, November 25, 2013, 19:59

Scientists have developed a novel method to generate research-quality X-rays using a powerful `tabletop` laser.

US Air Force to employ laser-based fighter jets by 2030

Last Updated: Saturday, November 23, 2013, 16:57

The US Air Force is reportedly looking at employing laser-based fighter jets by 2030.

New techniques may boost gen-next lasers

Last Updated: Monday, October 28, 2013, 21:46

Scientists have developed new techniques to boost efficiency of gen-next `bosonic` lasers that can dramatically improve future devices used for sensing and communication.

Bomb detecting laser to make security checks more practical and quick

Last Updated: Tuesday, September 10, 2013, 14:26

A Michigan State University (MSU) researcher has developed a laser that can detect micro traces of explosive chemicals on clothing and luggage, making the process quicker and more practical.

Diamond-based Raman lasers set to revolutionize scientific applications

Last Updated: Thursday, August 8, 2013, 15:08

Scientists are trying to harness the unique properties of diamonds for development of new generation of lasers.

Graphene may boost internet speed 100 times

Last Updated: Sunday, July 14, 2013, 16:36

Using `miracle material` graphene in telecommunications could dramatically make the internet a hundred times faster, a new study has found.

Sun-powered lasers could vaporise asteroids before they get close to earth

Last Updated: Tuesday, February 19, 2013, 14:01

Lasers powered by sun could protect Earth from any threatening-looking asteroids by destroying them before they can get too close, U.S. researchers have suggested.

Solar powered lasers could zap asteroids

Last Updated: Wednesday, March 28, 2012, 12:47

Engineers are developing an innovative laser-based technique to zap asteroids with greater probability of success.

Lasers to replace spark plugs in cars

Last Updated: Sunday, April 24, 2011, 15:07

Car engines could soon be fired by eco-friendly and energy-efficient lasers.

Australian laser system to track space junk

Last Updated: Wednesday, July 21, 2010, 12:21

There are an estimated 2 lakh objects measuring less than one centimetre floating in orbit.

Soon, lasers may trigger showers on demand

Last Updated: Monday, May 3, 2010, 11:18

Shooting lasers into the air can elicit the formation of water droplets, and scientists claim that the technique could one day help to induce rain artificially.

Physicists isolate sample of spin polarized positronium atoms

Last Updated: Saturday, May 1, 2010, 18:38

A new research by American scientists could help in the development of gamma ray lasers and produce fusion power.