Iterative Confinement of Ions via the Quantum Zeno Effect: Probing Paradoxical Energy Consequences

• URL: http://arxiv.org/abs/2403.10246v1
• Date: Fri, 15 Mar 2024 12:31:26 GMT
• Title: Iterative Confinement of Ions via the Quantum Zeno Effect: Probing Paradoxical Energy Consequences
• Authors: Varqa Abyaneh,
• Abstract summary: Building upon our previously introduced mechanism for ion trapping based on the quantum Zeno effect (QZE), we propose a novel approach to draw ions closer together. The proposed method involves repeated measurements of the electromagnetic force exerted by ions on an enclosure of conductor plates. We explore the dynamics between the energy gain of the system, attributed to successive QZE measurements, and the energy expended making such measurements.
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• Abstract: Building upon our previously introduced mechanism for ion trapping based on the quantum Zeno effect (QZE), we propose a novel approach to systematically draw ions closer together, solely via quantum measurements. The proposed method involves repeated measurements of the electromagnetic force exerted by ions on an enclosure of conductor plates to confine the ions within an incrementally smaller spatial region, achieved by exploiting the behaviour of the wavefunction at its boundaries. Taking a two-proton system as a case study, we explore the dynamics between the energy gain of the system, attributed to successive QZE measurements, and the energy expended making such measurements. The results reveal a paradox wherein, under specific circumstances, protons appear to accumulate more energy than is seemingly introduced into the system. This peculiarity aligns with prior studies that highlight challenges in energy conservation within quantum mechanics. To verify these observations, we propose an iterative confinement setup that is feasible with current technological capabilities. Confirmation of these findings could offer new insights for applications in quantum physics, including fusion research. Therefore, the proposed novel method of manipulating ions not only harbours considerable potential for diverse applications but also furnishes an additional tool for probing fundamental questions in the field.

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