Quantum sensing could become the next foundation of navigation
GPS can be blocked or spoofed with surprisingly little effort. Quantum X Labs scientist Nir Sharon argues quantum gyroscopes and miniaturized atomic clocks could give autonomous vehicles, aircraft, and defense platforms intrinsic navigation that works when satellite signals disappear.
Via TNW | Deep-tech
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GPS is reliable until someone interferes with the signal. Quantum X Labs scientist Nir Sharon (also associate professor at Tel Aviv University) argues quantum gyroscopes and miniaturized atomic clocks can reduce the cumulative error that has always limited dead reckoning, giving autonomous vehicles, aircraft, and defense platforms intrinsic navigation that retains useful positioning when satellites are unavailable. The company has scientific prototypes in the lab and is working to translate them toward product applications.
GPS has become so embedded…
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