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The dynamical Casimir effect is a quantum phenomenon that occurs when two mirrors are placed in a vacuum and undergo rapid motion, such as oscillating at high speeds. In the process, the changing boundary conditions created by the moving mirrors cause the vacuum to fluctuate, leading to the creation of real particles, including photons, from what seems like "nothing." These fluctuations in the quantum field are normally virtual, meaning they exist briefly before annihilating. However, when the mirrors move rapidly, they can convert these virtual particles into real particles, including light. This effect has been experimentally demonstrated by moving mirrors at incredibly fast speeds, generating light, or photons, in a vacuum, essentially producing real energy from the quantum fluctuations of empty space. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the nature of quantum fields and challenges our understanding of the vacuum and energy creation.

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