Trapped ions

Trapped ions are individual charged particles confined and manipulated using electric and magnetic fields within specialized devices called ion traps. These traps hold ions still in space, allowing scientists to study their properties with high precision. Trapped ions are essential in advanced technologies like quantum computing, atomic clocks, and precision measurements, because their quantum states can be controlled and measured accurately. By isolating ions from external disturbances and precisely controlling their environment, researchers can perform experiments that deepen our understanding of fundamental physics and develop cutting-edge applications.