The qubits (or quantum bits,”quantum bit“) is the basic unit of information in quantum computers and was first proposed in the early 1980s by physicist Richard Feynmanwho realized the potential of quantum computing to solve complex problems in physics and chemistry. It differs from the “traditional” bit because it is not limited to having a value of 0 or 1, ...
Starting from the time of domestication of coffeeseveral centuries ago, the consumption of the drink and products containing it spread throughout the world. There is, however, one interesting thing paradox in the industry that dominates the production and marketing of this product (which also occurs in the case of other types of goods). While in fact the coffee consumption it ...
There oldest university of the world is the university of Bolognafounded in 1088. Originally at the university they only taught legal studiesbut over the years many other disciplines have been added. The history of the university is inextricably linked to that of Bologna and over the centuries the so-called Alma Mater Studiorum it has known moments of splendor and periods ...
For years, the use of expressions like “but but” And “I like it” it has been labeled as absolutely incorrect and to be avoided, synonymous with a neglected or poorly cared for language. Yet, according to the Accademia della Crusca, these expressions, which often arouse laughter or automatic corrections, are instead correct, if placed in the right context. Let’s understand ...
The transformer it’s one electric machine which is useful for increase or diminish there voltage and the current That “they pass” through it. This machine is fundamental in the electricity supply chain and is an integral part of the infrastructure that composes it. Thanks to the use of this device it is possible to transport electricity in alternating current for ...
When we talk about memory we can refer to biological memorythat is, our ability to remember things, or the memory of elements of the computerlike the memory of a hard disk or RAM. But there is a curiosity that often surfaces: can our brain’s memory be measured in bytes? The truth is that, to date, this comparison seems senseless. Indeed, ...
When it comes to aviation safety, one of the most insidious and unpredictable risks is represented by the phenomenon of bird strike, i.e. impacts between aircraft and birds during take-off, landing or cruise operations. These accidents, although rare, can have serious consequences and jeopardize flight safety. Think that the Federal Aviation Administration reports more than every year 10,000 bird strikesfor ...
Anyone who ever has sent an email you will have noticed that next to the box with the recipient’s address there are often two acronyms, namely “cc:” And “bcc:“. But what do they mean? And how are they used? Let’s start by clarifying what these mean acronyms and why it matters know how to use them correctly. The acronym “cc” ...
The site of Herculaneumtogether with that of Pompeiiis one of the most famous in all of Italy. The two cities came buried during theeruption of Vesuvius in 79 ADand because of their exceptional ways of conservation (the blanket of ash volcanic e pumices it allowed us not only to conserve the elevations of the buildings, but also many organic substanceswhich ...
Credit: Megahouse The working Rubik’s cube smallest in the world it’s barely big 4.9 millimeters: this is an example produced to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the famous puzzle, in collaboration with a Japanese precision company, the MegaHouse Corporation. The cube obtained a Guinness World Record on August 23, 2024 and, given its tiny size which is a thousandth compared ...