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5 weapons created with materials from space

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1. **Meteorite Blade**: Some sword blades have been forged from meteorites, which are fragments of space rocks that hit Earth. These blades, sometimes called “meteorite swords,” have a unique appearance due to the crystallization patterns of the meteorite metal and are highly prized by collectors and weapons enthusiasts.

2. **Tungsten Ammunition**: Tungsten is a heavy metal that can be found in meteorites and is valued for its density and strength. It is often used in the manufacture of armor-piercing ammunition to pierce vehicle armor and other resistant materials. Its extraterrestrial origin gives it additional rarity and, in some cases, superior performance compared to other materials.

3. **Nanocarbon Armor**: Some advanced armor designs use carbon nanotubes, which can be produced from raw materials derived from meteorites or asteroids. These armors offer exceptional protection due to their extraordinary strength and are used in military and space contexts.

4. **Space Laser**: Lasers are often used in space applications for communication, measurement, and even as weapons. Some of these lasers make use of highly refined semiconductor materials that can be derived from quartz crystals found in meteorites. These lasers are used in satellites, spacecraft, and orbital stations.

5. **Ion Thruster Rocket**: Ions are electrically charged particles that can be accelerated through electric fields to produce propulsion in spacecraft. Some of these thrusters use rarefied materials found in meteorites to create highly efficient ion beams. These thrusters are used in long-duration space missions, providing smooth, constant propulsion over time.

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