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MATETIALS 1. Metals: Metals are widely used in mechanical engineering due to their excellent mechanical properties. Common metals include steel, aluminum, and copper. Steel, known for its strength and durability, is often used in structural components. Aluminum, with its lightweight nature and corrosion resistance, is prevalent in aerospace applications. Copper is valued for its electrical conductivity and is used in wiring and electronic componens. 2. Polymers: Polymers, including plastics and rubbers, find applications in mechanical engineering for their versatility and low cost. Polymers are lightweight and can be molded into various shapes, making them suitable for components where weight is a critical factor. They are also used in seals, gaskets, and bearings due to their low friction properties. 3. Ceramics: Ceramic materials are known for their high-temperature resistance and hardness. They find use in mechanical engineering in applications such as cutting tools, bearings, and t...

  LASERS Einstein's groundbreaking theory of matter-radiation interaction laid the foundation for our understanding of lasers, introducing key concepts such as spontaneous and stimulated emission. In this theory, atoms can transition between energy states, emitting photons spontaneously or due to external stimulation. This stimulated emission forms the basis for the amplification of light in lasers. The A and B coefficients, integral to Einstein's theory, quantify the probabilities of these processes. The A coefficient represents the likelihood of spontaneous emission, while the B coefficients describe the probabilities of stimulated emission and absorption. These coefficients are crucial in understanding how lasers function and how they amplify light. Laser operation relies on achieving population inversion, a state where more atoms are in higher energy states than lower ones. This condition is necessary for stimulated emission to dominate over absorption, leading to the ampli...