Extreme World of Ultra Extreme Lasers, The

Synopsis

Video podcast. The largest and most powerful lasers in the world can be used to make some of the most extreme conditions possible on earth. Scientists around the globe are using these lasers to try to miniaturise particle accelerators, make astrophysical conditions in the lab, and create fusion energy. Dr Kate Lancaster explains this extreme world with demonstrations in celebration of the International Year of Light. [ 60 minute].

Language

English

Country

Great Britain

Year of release

2015

Year of production

2015

Subjects

Engineering; Physics

Keywords

astrophysics; lasers; particle accelerators; fusion energy

Online availability

URI

http://richannel.org/the-extreme-world-of-ultra-intense-lasers

Price

Free

Delivery

Streamed

Credits

Contributor

Kate Lancaster

Production Company

Name

Ri Channel

Web

http://www.richannel.org External site opens in new window