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by alter_igel 92 days ago
Author here. I agree with you, "full spectrum" is a generous marketing phrase for what might more accurately be called _extended_ spectrum.

People way smarter than me have been able to achieve DIY spatial imaging with x-rays via compressed sensing [1] and with microwaves via phased arrays [2].

Optical wavelengths seem to be at a sweet spot of good angular resolution, varied natural sources, and harmless to humans.

[1] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EuVgGrun1V0

[2] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sXwDrcd1t-E