Transmitting optical information through highly distorting media has long been a challenge. Atmospheric turbulence, fog, and underwater environments distort light signals, making communication ...
Most theoretical studies on "beam riders" for interstellar travel have focused on laser beams, which are composed of particles of light called photons. Notable examples include laser-powered ...
The electrons in the beam interact with the electrons bound to the metal atoms to create X-rays," he said. "At NIF, we use the high-power laser beam instead of an electron beam to make the X-rays ...