Arthur Leonard Schawlow, American physicist; co-inventor of the laser, known for american physicist; co-inventor of the laser, died on 1999-04-28. Arthur Leonard Schawlow (May 5, 1921 – April 28, 1999) was an American physicist who, along with Charles Townes, developed the theoretical basis for laser science. His central insight was the use of two mirrors as the resonant cavity to take maser action from microwaves to visible wavelengths.
Arthur Leonard Schawlow dies
Arthur Leonard Schawlow, American physicist; co-inventor of the laser, known for american physicist; co-inventor of the laser, died on 1999-04-28.
Historical Significance
Arthur Leonard Schawlow is American physicist; co-inventor of the laser.
Key People
Arthur Leonard Schawlow
physicist; co-inventor of the laser
American physicist; co-inventor of the laser
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What happened on April 28, 1999?
- Arthur Leonard Schawlow, American physicist; co-inventor of the laser, known for american physicist; co-inventor of the laser, died on 1999-04-28. Arthur Leonard Schawlow (May 5, 1921 – April 28, 1999) was an American physicist who, along with Charles Townes, developed the theoretical basis for laser science. His central insight was the use of two mirrors as the resonant cavity to take maser action from microwaves to visible wavelengths.
- Why is Arthur Leonard Schawlow dies significant?
- Arthur Leonard Schawlow is American physicist; co-inventor of the laser.
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- Key figures include Arthur Leonard Schawlow (physicist; co-inventor of the laser).