In a major scientific milestone, the U.S. Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) announced the successful wireless transmission of over 800 watts of power across 5.3 miles (8.6 kilometers) using laser-based technology. This demonstration, conducted at White Sands Missile Range in New Mexico as part of the POWER (Persistent Optical Wireless Energy Relay) program, showcased how directed energy can be used to transfer power over long distances without wires. The receiving station even used part of the beamed energy to make popcorn on-site, highlighting its practical potential.

This achievement is one of the most significant breakthroughs in energy transmission in decades, pushing humanity closer to realizing the century-old vision of wireless electricity first envisioned by Nikola Tesla. With applications ranging from powering remote military bases to enabling continuous drone flight or emergency power delivery in disaster zones, DARPA’s success sets the foundation for a new chapter in clean, rapid, and flexible energy distribution.

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