Plough beam and LIGO: what they have in common
- Step 1. Plough beam — is part of — Plough. The beam to which the traces are attached.
- Step 2. Plough — evolved from — Hoe. The plough mechanized loosening the soil with a hoe.
- Step 3. Hoe — is made of — Stone. The working part was of stone or antler.
- Step 4. Stone — is material for — Interferometer. Michelson’s instrument stood on a stone slab.
- Step 5. Interferometer — includes — LIGO. An interferometer.