Laser Medical Technology as a Potential Weapon

The utilization of laser technology in medicine has transformed healthcare, providing precise and minimally invasive solutions for various medical conditions. The paper’s thorough analysis of a laser weapon’s damage capacity, considering spot power and size through a finite elements model (FEM), offers valuable insights for future research in related fields. Various research articles cover diverse topics such as nociceptors, skin temperature distribution, and laser-tissue interaction. Initially, the paper outlines the advantages, challenges, and best practices of laser medical technology, emphasizing the importance of integrating cutting-edge advancements. The paper introduces an innovative approach that combines burn theory and medical anatomy principles with practical tactical considerations. The paper introduces and validates a 5-layer FEM for the outer skin, employing anatomical insights and advanced equations. Through the reconstruction of temperature profiles and precise addressing of necrotic tissue distribution from a 1064 nm laser, the study determines maximum permissible human exposure as 8.93 J/cm
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, 8.29 J/cm
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, and 8.17 J/cm
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for spot diameters of 5 mm, 10 mm, and 15 mm, respectively. The presented findings offer crucial guidance for future military research.