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World's most precise clock achieves 19-decimal accuracy with aluminum ion technology
There's a new record holder for the most accurate clock in the world. Researchers at the National Institute of Standards and ...
World’s most accurate clock requires a 2-mile laser beam
However, aluminum is tricky. The element is difficult to measure with lasers, as well as cool to absolute zero. But when ...
Quantum networks of clocks open the door to probe how quantum theory and curved space-time intertwine
Quantum networking is being rapidly developed world-wide. It is a key quantum technology that will enable a global quantum ...
Intercontinental optical clock comparison sets stage to redefine the second
In the final analysis, by showing that 10 heterogenous clocks across three continents could agree with each other to within a ...
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Wake Up Right - The Science of Sleep Cycles & Alarm Clocks
Tired of waking up groggy no matter how much you sleep? Learn how sleep cycles really work—and how your alarm clock might be ...
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World’s most accurate atomic clock uses 2-mile laser beam to track time precisely
The laser beam traveled 3.6 kilometers (over 2 miles) via fiber optic links to NIST, where a frequency comb (acting as a “ruler for light”) allowed the aluminum ion clock’s laser to adopt its superior ...
Earth’s Rotation Is Speeding Up This Summer. Here’s Why
The science behind why the Earth will spin just a little bit faster on July 9, July 22, and August 5, this year.
Scientists say speed of Earth’s rotation has increased! How will it affect our lives? Two days in July and August are important due to…
The speed of Earth’s rotation on its axis is increasing. The result of the increasing speed of Earth’s rotation has come in ...
Snooker rule change could yet come into effect with boss open to it after Shaun Murphy demand
World Professional Billiards and Snooker Association chairman Jason Ferguson has admitted he'd be open to looking at shot ...
Snooker chief willing to listen over significant rule change after Shaun Murphy plea
World Professional Billiards and Snooker Association chairman Jason Ferguson has responded to Shaun Murphy's call for the ...
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How Artificial Light After Dark Rewires The Brain
Learn why researchers say artificial light at night might contribute to sleep disruption, metabolic disorders, and even mood ...
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Vizhinjam Port Clocks 392 Ship Arrivals In First Year, Handles 8.3 Lakh Containers; Phase 2 Expansion Worth Rs 10,000 Crore To Begin Soon
Since the arrival of the San Fernando ship at the port on 11 July 2024, Vizhinjam has so far accommodated 392 vessels, ...