Laser weapons

Article Abstract:

An account of the development of laser technology for military applications is presented. Military applications were the prime cause for the rapid advances in laser research and was later applied to commercial uses when the Defense Department spread the technology to other firms.

History, Ballistic missile defenses, Lasers, Weapons systems

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The new era

Article Abstract:

The search for life in outer space continues. This endeavor is typified by the NASA's efforts at proving the existence of Martian life. Furthermore, more planets are being discovered. This development may encourage governments to increase their funding allocation to science.

Research, Discovery and exploration, Outer space, Space exploration

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Isaac was right: N equals One

Article Abstract:

Issues are examined concerning whether there are intelligent aliens among the stars. Four decades of searches for signals have yielded no hint of alien civilization. T

United States, Works, Asimov, Isaac, Science fiction writers

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