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"Until recently, the terahertz range was considered a blank area in the electromagnetic spectrum.... positioned between microwaves (used, for example, in Wi-Fi) and infrared .... it holds immense potential for applications that include inspecting packages without harmful X-rays, superspeed 6G communication, and spectroscopy and imaging of organic compounds..."

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[–] aesviation@lemmings.world 2 points 4 days ago

positioned between microwaves (used, for example, in Wi-Fi) and infrared

Why would we have difficulty accessing something that's in between wavelengths we're already pretty good at manipulating? It seems like this would only be an issue for wavelengths on the extreme ends of the spectrum.

[–] TemplaerDude@sh.itjust.works 20 points 1 week ago (1 children)

Can’t wait till I get my quantum terahertz ads beamed into my bones

[–] Wigners_friend@piefed.social 5 points 1 week ago

This comment is perfect. Science can only now serve the useless musk-o-vite elite. Otherwise, it can't be funded.

[–] surewhynotlem@lemmy.world 8 points 1 week ago

inspecting packages without harmful X-rays

A real boon for detecting testicle cancer.

[–] krooklochurm@lemmy.ca 4 points 1 week ago (1 children)

Why did I get a feeling of impending doom when reading this article?

[–] Ceruleum@lemmy.wtf 1 points 5 days ago
[–] Gsus4@mander.xyz 1 points 1 week ago