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Comments on: Sonic lasers--a shot heard 'round the world

University researchers in the U.K. and the Ukraine develop the first laser to emit sound waves in the terahertz frequency range.

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by Zitchel June 18, 2009 9:46 AM PDT
I believe this youtube from TED Talks accurately describes this invention
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HF9G9M0cR0E&feature=channel_page

And I think Woody Norris is the inventor
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by nafhan June 18, 2009 11:09 AM PDT
Interestingly, the mid-terahertz range with electromagnetic radation is where visible light resides. I have no idea if that's applicable to this article or not.

From wiki:
A light-adapted eye generally has its maximum sensitivity at around 540 THz
by jlopezcnet June 18, 2009 11:08 AM PDT
All I have to say about this is, "Pew Pew. Pew Pew Pew!".

What lovely laser sounds I hear when I shoot my ray gun.
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