Absolute Geodetic Rotation Measurement Using Atom Interferometry

作者:Stockton J K*; Takase K; Kasevich M A
来源:Physical Review Letters, 2011, 107(13): 133001.
DOI:10.1103/PhysRevLett.107.133001

摘要

We demonstrate a cold-atom interferometer gyroscope which overcomes accuracy and dynamic range limitations of previous atom interferometer gyroscopes. We show how the instrument can be used for precise determination of latitude, azimuth (true north), and Earth's rotation rate. Spurious noise terms related to multiple-path interferences are suppressed by employing a novel time-skewed pulse sequence. Extended versions of this instrument appear capable of meeting the stringent requirements for inertial navigation, geodetic applications of Earth's rotation rate determination, and tests of general relativity.

  • 出版日期2011-9-22