​Levitating Fluorescent Nanodiamonds

Scientists recently have taken a groundbreaking step in quantum mechanics by levitating fluorescent nanodiamonds (FNDs) in high vacuum, advancing their potential in sensor technology and quantum applications.

Key Points

• Revolutionary Quantum Experiment: Researchers successfully levitated and spun fluorescent nanodiamonds at ultra-fast speeds within a high vacuum, creating a new pathway for advanced quantum research.
• Properties and Applications of FNDs: FNDs are non-toxic, highly stable carbon nanoparticles that don’t blink under long exposure to light. Their fluorescence and resilience make them ideal for high-resolution imaging, temperature sensing, and microscopy.
• Unique Spin and Fluorescence Characteristics: The fluorescence of FNDs lasts over 10 nanoseconds, outperforming ....