Reality needs Fantasy

To be a realist also means to cut through all the so called "practical" limitations we ignorantly impose upon ourselves. So, the truth is, reality needs fantasy to create progress.

Hand-Operated Laser CUTTING Tool

How about this: a Laser Carpentry/Construction Tool- not just laser guided but laser cutting. It will be an all-in-one hand operated precision cutting tool that can accurately make cuts- it will act just like a hand dremel or similar tool in size and weight (eventually becoming the size/weight of a pencil). It will replace the standard reciprocating saw, the circular saw, the jig saw, rotozip, etc. There could also be a versatile stand that holds the laser but the stand could maintain several positions to replace the standard band saw, table saw, radial arm saw, etc.

There would be the option of selecting the depth of cut (up to 12"), the diameter of the cut (up to 10" for cutting holes- thus the drill press/power drill could be replaced), and the strength of laser for cutting various materials (wood/concrete/tile/metal/etc.)

I am currently doing a renovation to my condo and I have limited space. I am also finding myself always having to change cutting tools - a tool such as this would benefit me greatly.

Questions: Power saws are very dangerous as is but is there a way to improve the safety with lasers? How could you control the depth of a laser? How could it be powered with just a rechargeable battery?

I know there are some laser cutting tools available but the only ones I have seen are large and only table mounted- the hand laser is needed. This could revolutionize the construction industry as it relates to speed, efficiency, precision and effectiveness. It would also be very quiet and allow more building to occur without disturbance.

The next step beyond that could be a molecular separating tool - this would actually physically separate materials at the atomic level. Could this be done without heat?

Is anyone working on this type of a tool? Can someone help develop this? I just think the current state of tools is very primitive with loud spinning dangerous blades - primitive compared to what is happening with computers anyway where components are designed at the nano-level.

Hydraulic Compact Travel PERCH

I want a hydraulic compact travel perch that I can take to outdoor concerts, camping, festivals, etc. that I can carry in on my back, set up, then crank the lever to put me at 20 feet + to get optimal viewing. It would basically be a stout tripod for human use. A two person perch would be ideal. A sun-brella attachment would top it off. Other variations include a compact travel hydraulic bed for camping out of bear reach, and multiple perches that could link together for party perching. Also, a hydration component would be beneficial- mount a keg of your favorite beverage to the base and tap it with a pressurized hose that runs directly to your cup holder. Might need to add a catheter for that model, however - or maybe just incorporate a privacy screen into the sunbrella. Can someone help me create this?