Cesium clocks keep the world on time
Journal Article
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· Micro-Waves RF; (United States)
OSTI ID:5696356
The development of timekeeping systems based on the natural resonance of cesium atoms is reviewed. The design of a typical cesium clock using a frequency lock servo is described. Some common applications of cesium beam frequency and time reference systems are discussed, including Navstar GPS navigation referencing; military satellite communications; and measurements of relative gravitational effects. The possibility of increasing timekeeping accuracies using improved cesium clock designs is evaluated.
- Research Organization:
- Frequency and Time Systems, Inc., Beverly, MA
- OSTI ID:
- 5696356
- Journal Information:
- Micro-Waves RF; (United States), Journal Name: Micro-Waves RF; (United States) Vol. 24; ISSN MIRFD
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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