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Stanford Researchers Observe Quantum Jumps in Sound Waves

A Stanford-led team has detected quantized energy jumps in phonons, the mechanical vibrations that carry sound, opening new possibilities for quantum error correction and precision measurement.

Caltech physicists finally measure a quantum energy ladder predicted 40 years ago
Caltech Physicists Measure Quantum Energy Ladder Predicted 40 Years Ago
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A Stanford-led team has detected quantized energy jumps in phonons, the mechanical vibrations that carry sound, opening new possibilities for quantum error correction and precision measurement.