Quantum spin could create unstoppable, one-dimensional electron waves

Thursday, November 19, 2015 - 08:50 in Physics & Chemistry

In certain nanomaterials, electrons are able to race through custom-built roadways just one atom wide. To achieve excellent efficiency, these one-dimensional paths must be paved with absolute perfection–a single errant atom can stop racing electrons in their tracks or even launch it backwards. Unfortunately, such imperfections are inevitable. Now, a pair of scientists from the […]

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