Everyone know not to put there finger in the laser beam. Well at least I hope so, and if they didn't they should now
But what do you think would happen if you did?
Granted it would be way out of focus, and it would depend on the wattage and how long it was there, but I'm guessing a bad burn? Maybe a hole?
Which leads me to the next question, do you think you could get your finger cut off? I figure a 40watt could get thru the skin and what not, but probably not the bone. But could 150watt or higher cut thru the bone?
Yeah I know, this is a little morbid but I was actually thinking about practical medical applications. We all know laser are used in all kinds of medical procedures and I was wondering what it would take to have a beam strong enough to do amputations. It could theoretically could be very quick and cauterize the wound in the process. Granted focus would be an issue, and I think something like this would best be used in emergency situations and / or in the field, so having a small enough portable power supply would be an issue, and the of course the tube needed. Yup lots of issues but maybe someday in the future.
Thoughts?