How a laser beam can measure a fundamental constant of nature
In short: This presentation explores the intersection of light and thermodynamics. Watch to see how students at MIT use optical trapping to calculate the Boltzmann constant, a cornerstone of statistical mechanics.
In this final project for MIT's Experimental Physics I course, Rumen Dangovski demonstrates the mechanics of optical trapping. The experiment involves using light to hold and manipulate particles, providing a practical laboratory method for determining the Boltzmann constant.
The project serves as a capstone for the 'Junior Lab' series, showcasing how complex theoretical physics can be validated through precise experimental measurement.
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