Reading hidden topology in light, even when energy leaks away
Physicists have discovered that certain materials and devices retain their unique properties even when energy leaks away, much like a knot in a rope remains intact despite stretching or twisting.
Why it's good news: It opens up possibilities for developing more reliable electronics, photonics, and quantum technologies.
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