# Real-Life Galactic Firearms Patrick Priebe's Laser Rifle is Strong Enough to Take Down an Ewok By Michael Hines | Published 2013-12-19 | Unique Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/patrick-priebes-laser-rifle References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/diy-laser-rifle/30124/) & [laser-gadgets](http://www.laser-gadgets.com/) We're one step closer to a future including [stormtroopers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/g1t4m1n1-droid) thanks to the unveiling of Patrick Priebe's Laser Rifle. Priebe has created a rifle capable of burning holes through Styrofoam, plastic, ice and much more. While his weapon can't exactly take down a human, which is probably a good thing, it certainly looks the part thanks to its [aluminum design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xlaserlab-e3). The rifle weighs 12 pounds and is equipped with a 7-watt [infrared laser](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/matelaser-w1-regen) and a 2-milliwatt laser sight. The gun is powered by an 18-volt rechargeable battery pack modified to run at 12,000 volts and the weapon is cooled by a pump circulating distilled water. Patrick Priebe's laser rifle is a one-off, so don't even begin to get your hopes up about owning one. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.2/10 - Popularity: 40% | Activity: 77% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Unique](https://www.trendhunter.com/unique) > [Inventions](https://www.trendhunter.com/inventions) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **High-powered Laser Technology:** Disruptive innovation opportunities include advancements in laser technology applications for industrial cutting, engraving, and scientific research. - **Advanced Weaponry Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunities lie in the development of lightweight, high-performance weapons for military and defense applications. - **Sustainable Energy Sources:** Disruptive innovation opportunities involve the exploration of more efficient and eco-friendly power sources for portable laser devices. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Manufacturing:** Disruptive innovation opportunities include the integration of high-powered lasers in manufacturing processes for improved precision and productivity. - **Defense:** Disruptive innovation opportunities lie in the development of advanced laser weaponry systems for military purposes. - **Renewable Energy:** Disruptive innovation opportunities involve the exploration of sustainable energy sources to power high-powered laser devices in various industries. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [LED-Powered Laser Swords](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-series-obiwan-kenobi-force-fx-elite-lightsaber.md) - [Digital Laser-Powered Blaster Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/laser-tag-set.md) - [Sci-Fi Film-Themed Dart Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/starfleet-phaser-blaster.md) - [Long-Range Laser Flashlights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lumitwin-dl700.md) - [Motion-Activated Sci-Fi Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hasbro-2.md) - [Laser Sword Hard Drives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seagate-lightsaber-collection-firecuda-ssd.md) - [Creator-Backed Toy Guns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mrbeast.md) - [Crowdfunded EDC Flashlights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lazsaber-ls1.md) - [Sci-Fi Gaming Mice](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/millennium-falcon-edition.md)