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Atom Interferometry

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defense-and-space4 months ago

X-37B Spaceplane Returns with Quantum GPS Tech on USSF-36 Mission

The US military's X-37B spaceplane has launched on its eighth mission, carrying a quantum GPS alternative that uses atom interferometry to measure position precisely, potentially allowing navigation without traditional satellite systems. This technology, tested in 2025, could enhance future spacecraft and aircraft navigation, raising strategic concerns for China and the US about satellite dependency in warfare.

technology5 months ago

Quantum Navigation: US Military's Next-Gen Spaceplane Technology

A US military spaceplane, X-37B, will test a quantum inertial sensor using atom interferometry during its upcoming mission, aiming to provide a highly sensitive, GPS-independent navigation system for space and other environments where GPS is unreliable or unavailable, marking a significant advancement in quantum technology applications for aerospace.