SECTIONS Scientists discover how a one-atom quantum engine can turn light into useful energy ET Online · Business · 2026-08-19
Scientists discover how a one-atom quantum engine can turn ‘waste’ light into useful energy
Researchers are developing new ways to understand energy in tiny quantum machines. They argue that escaping light may still perform useful work elsewhere. This work is part of a broader effort in quantum thermodynamics. Understanding energy flow is increasingly important as devices shrink. This coul... Researchers are developing new ways to understand energy in tiny quantum machines. They argue that escaping light may still perform useful work elsewhere. This work is part of a broader effort in quantum thermodynamics. Understanding energy flow is increasingly important as devices shrink. This could prevent useful energy from being automatically counted as loss. Scientists
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