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science-and-technology2 years ago

LIGO Pushes Quantum Boundaries with Universe Squeeze

The Laser Interferometer Gravitational-Wave Observatory (LIGO) has made a significant breakthrough in quantum squeezing technology, allowing it to overcome quantum noise and improve its detection of cosmic events. By implementing "frequency-dependent squeezing," LIGO can now measure undulations in space-time across the entire range of gravitational frequencies it detects. This advancement is expected to increase LIGO's detection rate by 60 percent, enabling it to study more exotic events that shake space and time. The breakthrough has implications for quantum technology, physics experiments, and future advancements in quantum computing and microelectronics.

via SciTechDaily|
#gravitational-waves#ligo#quantum-limit
science-and-technology2 years ago

LIGO Breaks Quantum Boundaries

The Laser Interferometer Gravitational-Wave Observatory (LIGO) has surpassed the quantum limit using a technique called frequency-dependent squeezing, allowing it to detect gravitational waves with greater accuracy. This breakthrough in sensitivity means LIGO can now detect 60% more black hole and neutron star mergers than before, expanding our understanding of the universe and enabling more astronomy research.

via Slashdot|
#black-hole-mergers#gravitational-waves#ligo
science-and-technology2 years ago

LIGO's Quantum Leap: Breaking the Limit and Unraveling the Mystery

LIGO, the Laser Interferometer Gravitational-Wave Observatory, has surpassed the quantum limit using a technique called frequency-dependent squeezing, allowing it to detect gravitational waves on quantum scales. This breakthrough in sensitivity means LIGO can now find 60% more dead star mergers than before, significantly expanding its ability to observe the universe. The technology works by amplifying the signals to be louder than the quantum noise, similar to squeezing a balloon. LIGO's current observing run has already benefited from this upgrade, and the technology is expected to be installed in the Virgo detector in Italy.

via ScienceAlert|
#frequency-dependent-squeezing#gravitational-waves#ligo
science-and-technology2 years ago

LIGO Breaks Quantum Boundaries

The Laser Interferometer Gravitational-Wave Observatory (LIGO) has developed a new quantum technology called "squeezing" that allows it to surpass the quantum limit and measure undulations in spacetime across the entire range of gravitational frequencies. This breakthrough enables LIGO to probe a larger volume of the universe and is expected to detect about 60% more mergers than before, enhancing its ability to study exotic events that shake space and time. The technology has implications for future quantum technologies and fundamental physics experiments.

via Caltech|
#gravitational-waves#ligo#quantum-limit