"Groundbreaking Daily Earth Rotation Measurements Unveiled"

Researchers at the Technical University of Munich have improved the ring laser at the Geodetic Observatory Wettzell, enabling the capture of daily measurements of Earth's rotation at an unprecedented level of precision. These measurements will be used to determine the Earth's position in space, benefit climate research, and enhance the reliability of climate models. The ring laser system can measure the Earth's rotation down to 9 decimal places, equivalent to a fraction of a millisecond per day, and can capture current data every three hours. The device operates independently and does not require reference points in space, making it highly accurate and useful for identifying and compensating for systematic errors in other measurement methods.