Physicists Made a Time Crystal We Can Actually See

Physicists have created a time crystal, a peculiar quantum state of matter that exhibits periodic motion in time without external energy input. This breakthrough is significant as it is the first time crystal visible to the naked eye. The time crystal was made from a material commonly found in smartphones, tantalum disulfide. The researchers used a high-powered laser to induce a structural change in the material, causing its atoms to arrange in a pattern that repeats in time, rather than just in space. This achievement is important for understanding the fundamental laws of physics and the nature of time. Time crystals could potentially be used in future quantum technologies, such as super-precise timekeepers or quantum computers. However, further research is needed to fully harness the potential of these exotic quantum states. The creation of this visible time crystal marks a significant milestone in the exploration of unconventional phases of matter and the boundaries of our understanding of the physical world.