The hidden mechanics of abrupt transitions: Superconducting networks show how tiny changes trigger system collapse
Wednesday, July 2, 2025 - 11:36
in Physics & Chemistry
Why do some changes in nature unfold gradually, while others occur in the blink of an eye? Rust forming on metal is a slow, steady process that takes days or even weeks to become visible. By contrast, a power grid can collapse in mere seconds. What accounts for this difference?