Time crystals promise to power a new generation of ultra-precise quantum clocks
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Researchers developed a mathematical model showing that time crystals—matter that oscillates in repeating time patterns without external energy—could create more precise quantum clocks than current laser-driven atomic systems. While today's best atomic clocks require complex lasers and high energy consumption, time crystals maintain steady internal rhythms that showed superior precision when measuring extremely short time intervals, potentially revolutionizing navigation and communication technologies.
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