The discovery of single-photon emitters (SPEs) within the material hexagonal boron nitride (hBN) has opened up a world of possibilities in the field of quantum technology. These microscopic lightbulbs that emit only one photon at a time have immense potential for applications in secure communications, high-resolution imaging, sensors, cryptography, and computing. However, the high cost
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One of the key elements in optimizing the efficiency of the stochastic gradient descent (SGD) algorithm is the step size, also known as the learning rate. Various strategies have been developed to improve the performance of SGD by adjusting the step size. However, a common challenge in these strategies lies in the distribution of the
Quantum physics has paved the way for high-precision sensing techniques that aim to unravel the microscopic properties of materials at an atomic level. Among the various emerging tools, quantum-gas microscopes have proven to be powerful instruments in understanding quantum systems. Recently, a team of researchers from ICFO in Barcelona, Spain, led by ICREA Professor Leticia
The University of Bristol researchers have developed a groundbreaking technology that has the potential to revolutionize the manufacturing sector in the U.K. This innovative technology could provide significant commercial advantages in industries by assessing the quality of components with a high level of accuracy. The key breakthrough in this study is the introduction of ultrasonic
Microsoft has recently introduced an “undocked version of the [Microsoft] Store” that simplifies the process of downloading Windows store apps from the web. This new approach involves a standalone installer that can be directly downloaded from the web version of the Microsoft Store, eliminating the need to open the Microsoft Store separately for installation. While
The concept of “coupled oscillations” may not ring a bell for many, but in reality, it plays a significant role in nature. These coupled harmonic oscillators are not limited to describing systems of masses and springs but extend their influence to various fields such as science and engineering. From mechanical systems like bridges to the
The electric vehicle market faced a significant shift as Tesla and Li Auto decided to cut the prices of their vehicles in various markets to stay competitive. Tesla, the U.S. EV giant, lowered the starting price of its Model 3 in China by 14,000 yuan, bringing it down to 231,900 yuan. Li Auto, on the
Embracer Group, a well-known mass-layoff-manufacturing corporation, has recently announced its decision to divide into three separate companies. Each of these companies will be listed separately on Sweden’s stock exchange. This division will create Asmodee Group, Coffee Stain & Friends, and Middle-earth Enterprises & Friends, each specializing in different aspects of the gaming industry. The decision
In an effort to better equip parents in managing their child’s screen time and online exposure, Meta is hosting a series of workshops across the U.S. The “Screen Smart” series aims to educate parents on the potential risks of online exposure and provide them with tools to minimize such risks. The workshops will be held
X (formerly Twitter) has introduced a new and simplified process for launching X ads, aimed at making it easier for advertisers to get their campaigns up and running quickly. This new approach utilizes X’s AI targeting tools instead of focusing on manually honing in on a specific audience. The streamlined set-up process for sales campaigns