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Discovery of a "Flat" Atom Hailed as Quantum Computing Breakthrough

Posted by ScuttleMonkey on from the breakthroughs-by-mistake dept.

msw writes to tell us that nanoelectronics researchers have discovered a new molecule that could act as a state-manipulable atom due to its unique shape and properties. "Imagine a tiny arsenic atom embedded in a tiny strip of silicon atoms. An electric current is applied. Something strange arises on the surface -- an exotic molecule. On one end is the spherical submerged arsenic atom; on the other end is an 'artificial' flat atom, seemingly 2D, created as an artifact. The pair form an exotic molecule, which has a shared electron, which can be manipulated to be at either end, or in an intermediate quantum state."

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  1. Quantum State by Pictish+Prince · · Score: 0, Redundant

    This is a sad commentary on the state of science reporting. The electron can't be in an intermediate state since there are only 2 possible states. Probably "indeterminate quantum state" is what was intended.

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  2. And also... by FlyingSquidStudios · · Score: 0, Redundant

    it's an excellent substitute for almonds in recipes. Slight indigestion does follow in some cases. YMMV.

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  3. Hey hey hey... its Flat Atom. by NotBorg · · Score: 0, Redundant

    bah... I'm gonna take the rest of the day off... nothing good can come from me today.

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  4. Re:Quick !! Couple the quantum inverters !!! by dshadowwolf · · Score: 0, Redundant

    I hadn't noticed the abusive use, but I do agree that its not a good thing.