13-Sided Crystal Shape Bends Light in Novel Way
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13-Sided Crystal Shape Bends Light in Novel Way

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Scientists have created a crystal structure, carved into a chip and shaped like a 13-sided figure dubbed an “einstein,” that manipulates light unlike any previously known material. The discovery could lead to advancements in optical technology.

The research centers around a unique geometric shape – the "einstein," which has 13 sides. Researchers carved this shape into a chip, and found it steers light in unexpected ways. According to Live Science, this behavior is distinct from how light interacts with other crystals.

The scientists discovered that the “einstein” shape bends light in ways no other crystal does.

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