A team of physicists has created visible time crystals, a new state of matter that repeats in time rather than space. This breakthrough allows for observation with standard lab equipment. The invention was detailed in a paper released today.
Scientific Explanation
Time crystals exhibit periodic behavior without energy input, challenging traditional physics laws.
Applications
- Potential in quantum computing.
- Advances in materials science.
The crystals were synthesized using laser techniques. Researchers from multiple institutions collaborated on the project.