Historical Events tagged with "Bell Labs"
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Science & Technology
First Patent for Laser Granted to Inventors
March 22nd, 1960 64 years ago
Arthur Leonard Schawlow and Charles Hard Townes were awarded the first patent for a laser, a revolutionary technology that utilizes stimulated emission of radiation. This invention marked a significant milestone in optical physics and engineering, opening up new avenues in various fields including telecommunications, medicine, and manufacturing. The laser's ability to produce coherent light changed the way scientists and engineers approached projects involving precision and efficiency.
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