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Thursday, September 9, 2010

Scientists have invented an actual Tractor Beam Thing



"We're caught in a tractor beam!"

~ Han Solo, Star Wars








Scientists have developed a "tractor beam" that uses lasers to heat up the air around an object. This temperature difference is the key to directing the object's movement. Since it needs air to work it won't be viable in space, but they're already coming up with ideas for using the technology. Check out in this article for more info.