In the past 50 years, the pursuit of shorter laser pulses has been the driving force in advancing ultrafast science, with laser pulse compression techniques now enabling the generation of single-digit femtoseconds and even attosecond pulse durations.
This article explores the technical aspects of quantum optics experiments with trapped ions, offering insights and exploring the latest developments in this rapidly evolving field at the forefront of quantum science.
Dredging is vital for maintaining navigable waterways, supporting maritime trade, and removing contaminated sediments. However, it can disrupt ecosystems through increased turbidity, contaminant release, and habitat destruction. As a result, responsible management is needed to strike a balance between enabling economic progress through dredging and preserving the environment.
Optical waveguides are specialized devices or mediums designed to confine and direct light propagation along a predetermined path, primarily in the form of optical signals or photons. These waveguides rely on the fundamental principles of electromagnetic theory to regulate the transmission and containment of light waves within their structures.
While deep seabed mining offers a potential new source of scarce metals, it also poses risks of environmental harm that must be carefully studied and mitigated. This article examines how fluid mechanics underlies these challenges.