1960 ⟶ First Laser Constructed

May 16: Construction of the first laser.
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🏢 Chrysler Building Construction Completed

May 27: Construction of Chrysler Building completed.⟶
Chrysler Building Construction Completed (1930)
ArchitectureSkyscrapersConstructionArt DecoNew York CityUrban Development
United StatesUnited States

⏱️ First Atomic Clock Developed

The first atomic clock is developed at the National Bureau of Standards.⟶
First Atomic Clock Developed (1948)
PrecisionPhysicsScientific Advancement
United StatesUnited States

💡 Laser and Optical Amplifier Invented

The laser and optical amplifier are invented and named by Gordon Gould and Charles Townes. The laser and optical amplifier are foundational to powering the Internet.⟶
Laser and Optical Amplifier Invented (1957)
LaserInternetCommunication
United StatesUnited States

💡 First Laser Constructed

May 16: Construction of the first laser.⟶
First Laser Constructed (1960)
LaserPhysicsOpticsQuantum Mechanics
United StatesUnited States

💡 Theodore Maiman Invents the First Laser

The first functioning laser is invented by Theodore Maiman.⟶
Theodore Maiman Invents the First Laser (1960)
LaserPhysicsScientific BreakthroughOpticsGlobal Impact
United StatesUnited States

🏢 Sears Tower Construction Completed

May 3: Construction of the Sears Tower (later renamed to Willis Tower) completed.⟶
Sears Tower Construction Completed (1973)
ArchitectureSkyscrapersModernismUrban DevelopmentConstructionChicagoEconomy
United StatesUnited States