Mosquito Air Defence: Laser Technology for Pest Control

Zapping Mossies with Light: A Closer Look at Laser Technology Eish, those mozzies! They're a real gatvol in South Africa, spreading disease and generally being a nuisance. But what if we could zap them with lasers? Sounds futuristic, right? This isn't science fiction; laser-based mosquito control is closer to reality than you might think. This technology uses LIDAR (Light Detection and Ranging) – like a super-precise radar using light instead of radio waves – to identify and neutralise mosquitoes....

July 4, 2025 · 4 min · 674 words · Hazel Dipasquale