Physics turns a corner with three-point turn atoms

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Turning point: A single atomic ion is shuttled back and forth around a corner. Light scattering makes the corner electrode visible.
Turning point: A single atomic ion is shuttled back and forth around a corner. Light scattering makes the corner electrode visible.

You may think making a three-point turn in your car is easy, but how about doing the same with a single-charged atom?


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