Nano Technology Now – Photonic Muscle

Using polarisation direction as a mechanism for switching molecules and macro materials between stable shapes.

Here to control the fine tuning of a huge gossamer mirror.

Multiplexing lasers avoids the need for wiring.

Makes me think of implementing cellular automaton rules on a two dimensional membrane.

NASA Innovative Advanced Concepts

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