CU Boulder scientists developed a novel quantum device using cold atoms and lasers to measure 3D acceleration simultaneously, a breakthrough that could enhance navigation systems for various vehicles. The device employs a Bose-Einstein Condensate and AI-driven laser adjustments, and while still in early stages, it shows promise for future applications in navigation and sensing technology.
Northwestern University physicists have developed an advanced atom interferometer that amplifies faint signals by 1,000 times, a significant improvement over previous models. This tool, which self-corrects for imperfections in laser pulses using machine learning, could enhance the detection of ultra-weak forces from phenomena like dark matter, dark energy, and gravitational waves. The study, published in Physical Review Letters, highlights the potential of atom interferometers in addressing the elusive nature of dark matter, which constitutes the majority of the universe's matter.
