Lasers : Science World Report

Sep 30, 2015 03:15 PM EDT

Star Wars Lightsaber May be Possible with New Ability to Stick Light Particles Together

We may just be one step closer to creating an actual lightsaber. Scientists have figured out how to stick photons together, creating the first ever "molecules" of light.

Sep 25, 2015 07:47 AM EDT

Laser-Powered Lightning Rods May Shoot Lightning from the Sky

Imagine shooting lightning out of the sky with the help of lasers. That's exactly what researchers are aiming for. They've created new techniques that bring lasers as lightning rods closer to reality.

Jun 22, 2015 07:58 AM EDT

Lightning May be Controlled by Humans with Lasers in the Future

We may just be able to control lightning. Scientists have discovered a way to guide electric discharges and even steer them around obstacles by using lasers.

Jun 19, 2015 05:07 PM EDT

Could Humans Control The Path Of Lightning With The Help Of Lasers?

New findings published in Science Advances discuss a way to guide electric discharges and even possibly steer them around obstacles through the use of lasers.