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Posted on November 10, 2024

The Incredible Power of Quantum Memory

Researchers are exploring new ways that quantum computers will be able to reveal the secrets of complex quantum systems.
Posted on September 22, 2024

New Evidence Shows Heat Destroys Quantum Entanglement

While devising a new quantum algorithm, four researchers accidentally established a hard limit on the “spooky” phenomenon.
Posted on June 7, 2017

The Physics of Nearly Killing Yourself on a Motorcycle

The Physics of Nearly Killing Yourself on a Motorcycle
This video shows a motorcycle traveling at a high speed narrowly avoiding a collision. Let's use video analysis to estimate the acceleration and coefficient of friction. The post The Physics of Nearly Killing Yourself on a Motorcycle appeared first on WIRED.
Posted on June 4, 2017

Cosmic Discoveries Fuel a Fight Over the Universe’s Beginnings

Cosmic Discoveries Fuel a Fight Over the Universe’s Beginnings
A series of observations at the very edge of the universe has reignited a debate over what lifted the primordial cosmic fog. The post Cosmic Discoveries Fuel a Fight Over the Universe’s Beginnings appeared first on WIRED.
Posted on June 2, 2017

String Theory’s Weirdest Ideas Finally Make Sense—Thanks to VR

String Theory’s Weirdest Ideas Finally Make Sense—Thanks to VR
This isn't a video game. It's a classroom. The post String Theory's Weirdest Ideas Finally Make Sense—Thanks to VR appeared first on WIRED.
Posted on June 1, 2017

Physicists Find Another Gravitational Wave to Suggest Einstein Was Right

Physicists Find Another Gravitational Wave to Suggest Einstein Was Right
LIGO physicists just announced that they observed a gravitational wave for the third time, ever. Here's what it says about our universe. The post Physicists Find Another Gravitational Wave to Suggest Einstein Was Right appeared first on WIRED.
Posted on May 21, 2017

In Defense of the Reality of Time

In Defense of the Reality of Time
Time isn't just another dimension, argues Tim Maudlin. To make his case, he's had to reinvent geometry. The post In Defense of the Reality of Time appeared first on WIRED.
Posted on May 16, 2017

The Bizarre Quantum Test That Could Keep Your Data Secure

The Bizarre Quantum Test That Could Keep Your Data Secure
Here's a test that could keep future quantum technology from being hacked. The post The Bizarre Quantum Test That Could Keep Your Data Secure appeared first on WIRED.
Posted on May 15, 2017

How to Calculate How Fast a Plane’s Flying—While You’re on It

How to Calculate How Fast a Plane’s Flying—While You’re on It
When you look out of the window of a plane, everything looks so small. But they're all big enough to do some physics. The post How to Calculate How Fast a Plane’s Flying—While You’re on It appeared first on WIRED.
Posted on May 9, 2017

Want to Know How Long a Fidget Spinner Spins? Get a Laser and Some Physics

Want to Know How Long a Fidget Spinner Spins? Get a Laser and Some Physics
Fidget spinners are everywhere. How long can you make one spin? That depends on the starting speed and the angular acceleration. The post Want to Know How Long a Fidget Spinner Spins? Get a Laser and Some Physics appeared first on WIRED.

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