

Metamaterials known as time interfaces reshape pulses of light
Experiment with two superconducting cavities could lead to better quantum computers
Integrated device could help miniaturize quantum computers based on atoms or ions
Work could benefit probabilistic optical computing
Researchers at ETH Zurich tested a new high-rate optical data transmission system over 53km of free space between the Jungfrau mountain and the University of Bern
An inverse designed meta-optic can reduce the length of an endoscope tip by a third
Technique could make it easier to create multi-stage laser wakefield systems
Elastomer could be used in energy-efficient buildings
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Research could lead to portable quantum optics
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Uncovering the physics inconsistencies of the ground-breaking Pink Floyd album cover
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New scheme could improve superconductor-based quantum computers
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Device could be used in compact and portable instruments