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science2 years ago

Unveiling the Surprising Truth Behind Quantum Spinaron Effect

Physicists from the Julius Maximilian University of Würzburg and the Jülich Research Centre have discovered a new quantum state called the spinaron. This state occurs when a cobalt atom on a copper surface is subjected to a strong magnetic field, causing its spin direction to continuously switch back and forth. The discovery challenges existing assumptions about the behavior of low-temperature conductive materials and the Kondo effect, which explains certain types of quantum activity. The researchers believe that many previous observations might actually be describing the spinaron effect, potentially rewriting the history of theoretical quantum physics. While the discovery has no immediate practical use, it contributes to a greater understanding of how materials and forces work at the atomic level.

science2 years ago

Quantum Spinaron Disrupts Kondo Effect

Experimental physicists have discovered a new quantum effect called the "spinaron," challenging the long-held Kondo effect. By placing individual cobalt atoms on a copper surface and subjecting them to a powerful magnetic field, researchers observed the spinaron effect, where the cobalt atom's changing magnetization excites the copper electrons. This finding contradicts the Kondo effect, which has been the standard model for the interaction of magnetic materials with metals. While the practical applications of this discovery are limited, it could contribute to advancements in understanding magnetic moments and pave the way for future developments in spintronics.