Quantum supremacy refers to the point at which a quantum computer can perform a calculation that is infeasible for even the most powerful classical supercomputers. It signifies a significant milestone in the field of quantum computing, demonstrating that quantum systems can solve certain problems more efficiently than classical systems. The term gained prominence in 2019 when Google announced that it had achieved quantum supremacy with its quantum processor, Sycamore.
Tachyon condensation is a concept from string theory and quantum field theory that involves the dynamics of fields with tachyonic mass, which means they have mass terms that suggest instability. In simpler terms, a tachyon is a hypothetical particle that travels faster than light and is associated with an instability in the vacuum state of a quantum field. The idea of tachyon condensation arises in scenarios where a tachyonic field appears in the spectrum of a theory.
The Kalb-Ramond field is a theoretical construct in physics, specifically in the context of string theory and higher-dimensional field theories. It is a type of antisymmetric tensor field, typically denoted as \( B_{\mu\nu} \), where the indices \( \mu \) and \( \nu \) represent spacetime dimensions.
Little String Theory (LST) is a type of theoretical framework in string theory that explores a specific kind of string theory defined in a lower-dimensional context. It is particularly fascinating because it captures some of the features of string theory while obviating some of the complexities found in more conventional string formulations. ### Key Features of Little String Theory: 1. **Reduced Dimensions**: LST is typically formulated in lower dimensions than usual string theories.
An NS5-brane, or Neveu-Schwarz five-brane, is a type of extended object in string theory. Branes, which are short for "membranes," can exist in various dimensions, and they play a crucial role in the framework of string theory, particularly in understanding non-perturbative aspects of the theory.
Boojum is a term used in the context of superfluidity and condensed matter physics. Specifically, it refers to a type of topological defect known as a "vortex" that can occur in superfluid helium-3 (He-3). The term comes from the analogy of the "Jabberwocky" story by Lewis Carroll, where a Boojum is a particular type of fantastical creature.
The Cauchy–Kovalevskaya theorem is a fundamental result in the theory of partial differential equations (PDEs) that provides conditions under which a certain class of initial value problems has solutions. Named after Augustin-Louis Cauchy and Sofia Kovalevskaya, the theorem essentially states that if the initial conditions of a certain type of PDE are satisfied, then there exists a unique analytic solution in a neighborhood of the initial value.
Lipschitz continuity is a condition that describes how a function behaves with respect to changes in its input values.
The term "Sudoku code" can reference a few different things depending on the context, but it generally pertains to either programming a Sudoku game or generating Sudoku puzzles algorithmically. Here's an overview of different interpretations: ### 1. **Sudoku Puzzle Representation:** A Sudoku puzzle can be represented in a programming language as a grid or matrix. For instance, a 9x9 Sudoku grid can be represented as a two-dimensional array in languages like Python, Java, or JavaScript.
Polariton superfluid refers to a unique state of matter formed by the coupling of light (photons) and excitations associated with materials, known as excitons. Excitons are bound pairs of electrons and holes that can exist in semiconductor materials. When these excitons couple strongly with photons in a microcavity, they form a new quasiparticle called a polariton.
Quantum turbulence is a phenomenon that occurs in superfluid systems, particularly in liquid helium at very low temperatures. It is the quantum analog of classical turbulence, which involves chaotic and irregular fluid motion. In superfluids, the behavior of the fluid is governed by quantum mechanics rather than classical mechanics. As a result, quantum turbulence exhibits unique characteristics. It typically arises when a superfluid is subjected to a flow that exceeds a critical velocity, leading to the formation of quantized vortices.
A superfluid film refers to a thin layer of superfluid, a state of matter characterized by the complete absence of viscosity, allowing it to flow without dissipating energy. Superfluidity typically occurs in certain liquids, such as helium-4 and helium-3, at very low temperatures.
Hall algebra is a mathematical structure that arises in the context of category theory and representation theory, particularly in the study of representations of finite groups and combinatorial structures. It is named after Philip Hall, who introduced the concept of Hall systems in the 1930s. At its core, Hall algebra is built on the idea of Hall pairs, which are certain collections of subsets of a finite set that satisfy specific combinatorial properties.
Plethysm is a term that can refer to a couple of different concepts, depending on the context: 1. **In Medical or Biological Context**: Plethysm is often associated with a measurement of volume changes in organs or limbs, particularly in relation to blood flow, swelling, or capacity. The technique used to measure these changes is called plethysmography, which can assess conditions such as peripheral artery disease or venous insufficiency.
The symmetric product of an algebraic curve is a mathematical construction that generalizes the notion of products of points on the curve. More specifically, if \( C \) is a projective algebraic curve, the symmetric product \( \text{Sym}^n(C) \) of \( C \) is the space that parameterizes unordered \( n \)-tuples of points on the curve, where the points can be repeated.
The LaTeX Project Public License (LPPL) is a software license specifically created for the LaTeX typesetting system and its associated packages. It was designed to ensure that LaTeX remains free to use and distribute, while also maintaining certain standards for authors who contribute to the LaTeX ecosystem.
The PracTeX Journal is a scholarly publication focused on practical aspects of using TeX, LaTeX, and related typesetting systems. It aims to share articles, tutorials, and insights that help users enhance their typesetting skills and explore new techniques in document preparation. The journal serves as a platform for practitioners, developers, and educators in the TeX community to exchange ideas and experiences.
Pinned article: Introduction to the OurBigBook Project
Welcome to the OurBigBook Project! Our goal is to create the perfect publishing platform for STEM subjects, and get university-level students to write the best free STEM tutorials ever.
Everyone is welcome to create an account and play with the site: ourbigbook.com/go/register. We belive that students themselves can write amazing tutorials, but teachers are welcome too. You can write about anything you want, it doesn't have to be STEM or even educational. Silly test content is very welcome and you won't be penalized in any way. Just keep it legal!
Intro to OurBigBook
. Source. We have two killer features:
- topics: topics group articles by different users with the same title, e.g. here is the topic for the "Fundamental Theorem of Calculus" ourbigbook.com/go/topic/fundamental-theorem-of-calculusArticles of different users are sorted by upvote within each article page. This feature is a bit like:
- a Wikipedia where each user can have their own version of each article
- a Q&A website like Stack Overflow, where multiple people can give their views on a given topic, and the best ones are sorted by upvote. Except you don't need to wait for someone to ask first, and any topic goes, no matter how narrow or broad
This feature makes it possible for readers to find better explanations of any topic created by other writers. And it allows writers to create an explanation in a place that readers might actually find it.Figure 1. Screenshot of the "Derivative" topic page. View it live at: ourbigbook.com/go/topic/derivativeVideo 2. OurBigBook Web topics demo. Source. - local editing: you can store all your personal knowledge base content locally in a plaintext markup format that can be edited locally and published either:This way you can be sure that even if OurBigBook.com were to go down one day (which we have no plans to do as it is quite cheap to host!), your content will still be perfectly readable as a static site.
- to OurBigBook.com to get awesome multi-user features like topics and likes
- as HTML files to a static website, which you can host yourself for free on many external providers like GitHub Pages, and remain in full control
Figure 3. Visual Studio Code extension installation.Figure 4. Visual Studio Code extension tree navigation.Figure 5. Web editor. You can also edit articles on the Web editor without installing anything locally.Video 3. Edit locally and publish demo. Source. This shows editing OurBigBook Markup and publishing it using the Visual Studio Code extension.Video 4. OurBigBook Visual Studio Code extension editing and navigation demo. Source. - Infinitely deep tables of contents:
All our software is open source and hosted at: github.com/ourbigbook/ourbigbook
Further documentation can be found at: docs.ourbigbook.com
Feel free to reach our to us for any help or suggestions: docs.ourbigbook.com/#contact





