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science-and-technology3 months ago•4 min saved

NASA's X-37 Unveils Revolutionary Laser Communication Technology

NASA's X-37B spaceplane's eighth mission will test revolutionary laser communication technology and quantum inertial sensors, aiming to enhance secure satellite operations and develop alternatives to GPS, supported by a $1 billion congressional investment, signaling a strategic focus on advanced space capabilities.

via Rude Baguette|

#laser-communication #military-technology #quantum-inertial-sensors

technology5 months ago•4 min saved

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.

via The Conversation|

#atom-interferometry #quantum-inertial-sensors #quantum-navigation