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Coherent matter wave inertial sensors for precision measurements in space

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We analyze the advantages of using ultra-cold coherent sources of atoms for matter-wave interferometry in space. We present a proof-of-principle experiment that is based on an analysis of results previously published, from which we extract the ratio h/m for 87Rb. This measurement shows that a limitation in accuracy arises due to atomic interactions within the Bose–Einstein condensate. Finally, we discuss the promising role of coherent-matter-wave sensors, in particular inertial sensors, in future fundamental physics missions in space.

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  1. Laboratoire Charles Fabry de l’Institut d’Optique, Centre National de la Recherche Scientifique et Université Paris Sud 11, Batiment 503, Centre Scientifique, 91403, Orsay Cedex, France

    Y. Le Coq, J.A. Retter, A. Aspect & P. Bouyer

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Le Coq, Y., Retter, J., Richard, S. et al. Coherent matter wave inertial sensors for precision measurements in space. Appl. Phys. B 84, 627–632 (2006). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00340-006-2363-2

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