A “micro-drone” holds a nanostructure at its center, while four laser beams trap and control the platform. (IMAGE)

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A “micro-drone” holds a nanostructure at its center, while four laser beams trap and control the platform.

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A “micro-drone” holds a nanostructure at its center, while four laser beams trap and control the platform. 

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Ryoma Fukuhara et al., Nature Physics. April 20, 2026

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