Can electromagnetic waves be turned into each other?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the possibility of converting one type of electromagnetic wave into another, specifically questioning whether human intervention can facilitate this process. The scope includes theoretical considerations, technical methods, and practical applications.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory
  • Technical explanation
  • Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • Some participants inquire about the fundamental differences between various electromagnetic waves and whether tools like mirrors can be considered in this context.
  • Others propose that changing the frequency of electromagnetic waves is achievable through techniques such as wavelength shifters, acousto-optic modulators, and frequency doubling.
  • One participant suggests that a significant difference in velocity between an observer and the emitter could also affect the wave properties.
  • A question is raised about whether gravitational redshift and blueshift should be included in the discussion of wave transformation.
  • One participant clarifies their inquiry by specifically asking if it is possible to convert radio waves into gamma waves, suggesting a method involving energy harvesting from radio waves to power a gamma ray generator.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express various viewpoints on the topic, and there is no consensus on whether electromagnetic waves can be transformed into one another through human means. Multiple competing ideas and methods are presented without resolution.

Contextual Notes

Some limitations include the ambiguity in defining what constitutes a transformation of electromagnetic waves and the potential dependence on specific technologies or methods that may not be universally applicable.

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hey, i was wondering if this can be possible by human force, if so why are we not finding this?
 
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What is the difference between "one electromagnetic wave" and "another one"? Does a mirror count?

If you want to change the frequency: this is possible with wavelength shifters, acousto-optic modulators, frequency doubling and a few other techiques.
 
Or simply affect a (large) difference in velocity between yourself and the emitter.
 
Does gravitational red/blue shifting also counts?
 
Hi jukzzhd,

I see that people had trouble with a previous question from you because you tried to translate it from your native language into English:

https://www.physicsforums.com/threads/gas-pressure.784732/

After you tried again with more words and detail, people could see what you were really asking about. I suggest you try that here also.
 
actually i mean like, if we can turn radio waves into gamma waves ? sorry for the mistake I've made.
 
jukzzhd said:
actually i mean like, if we can turn radio waves into gamma waves ? sorry for the mistake I've made.
Set up a radio receiver to harvest the energy from radio waves to charge a large battery. Use the large battery to power a gamma ray generator.
 

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