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NASA | Atomic Interferometry
Content Provider | WatchKnowLearn |
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Description | Einstein predicted gravity waves in his general theory of relativity, but to date these ripples in the fabric of space-time have never been observed. Now a scientific research technique called Atomic Interferometry is trying to re-write the canon. In conjunction with researchers at Stanford University, scientists at NASA Goddard are developing a system to measure the faint gravitational vibrations generated by movement of massive objects in the universe. The scientific payoff could be important, helping better clarify key issues in our understanding of cosmology. But application payoff could be substantial, too, with the potential to develop profound advances in fields like geolocation and timekeeping. In this video we examine how the system would work, and the scientific underpinnings of the research effort. |
Language | English |
Access Restriction | Open |
Rights License | Public Domain |
Subject Keyword | k-12 Gravity homeschool homeschooling home school parents educational videos k12 preK-12 Physics Mechanics Science |
Content Type | Video |
Educational Role | Student Teacher |
Educational Use | Self Learning Lecture |
Time Required | PT2M31S |
Education Level | Class XI Class IX Class XII Class X |
Pedagogy | Lecture cum Demonstration |
Resource Type | Video Lecture |
Subject | Gravity |