Are lightsabers possible?

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SirMichael

Are lightsabers possible?

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Hi, does anybody think that a lightsaber such as in the Star Wars films is possible? Of course I don't mean one working in the same way as detailed, but theoretically does anyone have any ideas about how one would work?

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Niel Leon

As I understand it the simple answer is NO.

Light does not work that way.

1. There is not way to make it terminate as specific length
2. It can not act a solid

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SirMichael
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Thanks, I guess that is what would happen if you use a laser or light wave. And the problem of restricting the shape of the blade would be present with something else like plasma.

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