Gordon Gould is credited with naming the laser.
In 1959, at a conference, Gordon Gould introduced the acronym "LASER" in his paper, The LASER, Light Amplification by Stimulated Emission of Radiation. This paper is the first published use of the acronym.
Here’s a breakdown:
- LASER: This stands for Light Amplification by Stimulated Emission of Radiation.
- Gordon Gould: He coined the term.
- 1959 Conference: This is where the name "laser" was first published.
| Aspect | Detail |
|---|---|
| Name Coiner | Gordon Gould |
| Acronym Meaning | Light Amplification by Stimulated Emission of Radiation |
| First Publication | 1959 conference paper by Gordon Gould, The LASER, Light Amplification by Stimulated Emission of Radiation |
Therefore, while the concept of the laser was developing amongst multiple researchers, Gordon Gould was the individual who named it, giving us the now ubiquitous acronym.
