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Re:Strange new phase of matter acts like it has two time dim... by function_seven on Friday July 22, 2022 @05:16PM (#32197220)
I understand the non-repeating patterns. I just don't see how a regular 3D lattice can produce such a pattern. Unless the light source creating this shadow is a point-source rather than a parallel one?

I guess I'm just looking for confirmation on this thought: A parallel light shone through a repeating 3D lattice will always produce a repeating 2D lattice.

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Re:Strange new phase of matter acts like it has two time dim... by yazanobeidi on Friday July 22, 2022 @05:59PM (#32197587)
Try projecting it on a surface with curvature. The projected grid spacing will be irregular and follow the curvature.
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