The First Laser
Pioneering the era of focused light and innovation
The first working laser was demonstrated on May 16, 1960, by physicist Theodore Maiman. It used a ruby crystal to produce a narrow, intense beam of light. This invention opened the door to many modern technologies, including barcode scanners, fibre optics, and even eye surgery.
- Global Release
- First Release Apr 26, 2024
- May 13 → May 16 Annually
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Laser
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