Explains laser classification and hazards. Describes the  lasers that are permitted in school and the range of relevant practical work. Also desribes common devices which use lasers and how they might be used in school. Finally, describes the classification and uses of modern, bright LEDs.

The spring edition of Futureminds has articles from a range of contributors, with advice about writing assessments, the history of the 555 timer chip, how to use exercise books in D&T, Scalextric4Schools, The Design Ventura challenge, news from the Food Teachers Centre and a guide to LEV testing, plus the usual smallprint, and look out for something a bit different on the last page...

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