trapped antimatter

Trapped antimatter refers to antimatter particles, like antiprotons or positrons, confined in a specialized device called a trap, which uses magnetic and electric fields to hold these particles in place without them touching and annihilating with regular matter. Since antimatter annihilates instantly upon contact with matter, trapping it allows scientists to study its properties safely. This technology enables experiments to explore fundamental physics, understand antimatter’s behavior, and possibly develop applications like precise antimatter-based imaging or future propulsion systems.