Dual-frequency Paul trap (IMAGE)

Johannes Gutenberg Universitaet Mainz

Dual-frequency Paul trap

Caption

The new dual-frequency Paul trap developed by physicists at JGU and Helmholtz Institute Mainz can capture heavy calcium ions or light electrons.

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Hendrik Bekker, Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz

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