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China's New Crystal Threatens US Space Dominance

7/28/2025

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China has unveiled the largest barium gallium selenide (BGSe) crystal, a groundbreaking advancement designed to bolster satellite-destroying lasers. This innovation not only withstands intense laser power but also transforms infrared wavelengths, posing a serious challenge to US space supremacy. Experts caution that without a robust US response, China could tip the scales in the arena of space warfare.

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China has unveiled the largest barium gallium selenide (BGSe) crystal, a groundbreaking advancement designed to bolster satellite-destroying lasers. This innovation not only withstands intense laser power but also transforms infrared wavelengths, posing a serious challenge to US space supremacy. Experts caution that without a robust US response, China could tip the scales in the arena of space warfare.