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Centuries-Old Physics Trick Unlocks Simpler Path to Future Computing
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Scientists in Singapore have used a 200-year-old optical effect to easily create complex light structures known as optical skyrmions using just a laser and a tiny disc. This breakthrough bypasses the need for expensive, specialized materials, paving the way for more accessible and efficient future data storage and computing technologies.
Scientists in Singapore have used a 200-year-old optical effect to easily create complex light structures known as optical skyrmions using just a laser and a tiny disc. This breakthrough bypasses the need for expensive, specialized materials, paving the way for more accessible and efficient future data storage and computing technologies.