Air Force Gifts Super Laser Patent to Michigan
Published Date: 1/8/2026
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The Air Force plans to share ownership and give an exclusive patent license to the University of Michigan for a cool new laser tech that makes laser pulses way clearer and stronger. If anyone has concerns, they have 15 days to speak up after this notice. This deal could speed up laser tech improvements and might bring in some money through licensing.
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