The Enlightened Use of Precious Jewels Can Benefit Humanity

The earliest recorded reference to diamonds is in the Sanskrit manuscript the Arthasastra, an ancient Indian treatise on economics written sometime around the 4th century BC. By the 6th century, the diamond was recognized as a noble substance that scratches that which is noble and that which is not and even scratches the ruby. The diamond scratches all and is not scratched by any. After the 18th Century, the increased demand for diamonds led to its discovery in Brazil, South Africa, Canada and Australia.

Modern scientists agree that the diamond is one of the strongest and most chemically inert (non-reactive) substances on Earth. Diamonds are also extremely durable and have a low coefficient of friction (i.e, they allow other objects to slide across them easily). Diamonds are also stable at very high temperatures and pressures and allow a wide range of light waves to pass through them, from deep ultraviolet to the far infrared region of the electromagnetic spectrum.

Recently, scientists have been able to create synthetic diamonds that successfully imitate the strength of natural stones. This is done using one of two methods: high pressure and temperature (HPHT) and chemical vapor deposition (CVD), which applies diamond film to a solid base material. The diamond films created using CVD may soon be applied in many areas such as tribology (the science and technology of friction, lubrication and wear), rust-resistant coatings, electrodes, optical lenses, cooling devices, gas and particle sensors and coatings for medical devices.

A news report on CVD work entitled “Very Large Diamond Produced Very Fast” discusses advanced diamond-using inventions developed by Dr. Russell Hemley and his colleagues at Carnegie Mellon University’s Geophysical Laboratory. These researchers were able to use the CVD method to synthesize colorless single-crystal diamonds, but unlike most CVD-produced stones, which are brown, these diamonds were fully transparent. When asked about the significance of their achievement, the scientists simply said, “The diamond age is upon us.”

In the 20th century, the major invention was the computer, which led to the computer age. Similarly, in the 21st century, the diamond may well lead us into a new era by playing a major role in science and industry. For example, large, low cost and high quality synthetic diamonds can be widely used in high-pressure and high-temperature microelectronics required in the production of high-frequency telecommunications equipment.

Also, as many news reports indicate, engineers are finding new commercial applications for diamonds. For instance, the Sony Corporation is now using a diamond film coating to increase the stiffness of its loudspeakers, thereby improving sound reproduction at very high frequencies. And current tweeter domes (speakers that reproduce high frequency sounds) are typically composed of a material that is susceptible to distortion at very high frequencies. However, Dr. Gary Geaves, Head of Research at the UK speaker manufacturer Bowers & Wilkins says, “The unique properties of diamond means that we can create tweeter domes that are stiff, light and remain rigid throughout the audible frequency [range] and beyond.” Thus, music lovers will soon be in for the ultimate listening experience through a new generation of speakers containing parts made of diamond.

Another technological advancement employs diamonds in the field of medicine. This development, called the Rotablator, is discussed in the article “Diamond-tip Drill Adds New Dimension to Artery Cleaning.” The Rotablator is smaller, revolves much more quickly and can fit into smaller vessels than previous drills of its type. Thus it can break up the calcium-based plaque that collects on the sides of arteries causing high blood pressure and sometimes life-threatening blockages.

Regarding future uses for diamonds, Master says:

Originally, diamonds were not ornaments for people but a very precious mineral that could be used to make good scientific, civilized machines and tools. We cannot make use of them at the present time because we do not have scientists who are good enough to invent advanced equipment by blending diamonds, crystals, gold, etc. but we may have them in the future. If we get a chance to contact other planets and learn from them, then together with the wisdom and support of Earthians, we can make our Earth magnificent. I also hope that the time will come soon when the people on Earth will have greater comfort.  (Excerpted from The News #93, “Master Says - The Mysteries of the Universe” )

It appears this new era that will allow humankind to lead a more comfortable life is now dawning. More importantly, the advancements in diamond research discussed above demonstrate that Master’s positive vision of our planet’s future is coming to fruition.