Quantum Sensing Basics
The quietly successful branch of quantum technology.
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Quantum Sensors
What is quantum sensors?
Quantum sensors exploit the sensitivity of quantum systems to measure time, fields, gravity, and rotation with very high precision.
Atomic clocks and quantum magnetometers are already in routine scientific and industrial use.
Sensing is currently the most mature branch of quantum technology.
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- Quantum Sensing BasicsThe quietly successful branch of quantum technology.
Frequently asked questions
- Are quantum sensors in use today?
- Yes. Atomic clocks underpin the SI second and satellite navigation, and quantum magnetometers are used in geophysics and biomedical research.
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Quantum Information
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