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Accurate characterization of photonic equipment is important for optical communications, medical devices, semiconductor lithography, manufacturing and materials
The main objective of this project is to develop research and proof-of-concept investigations into the underlying principles of a power grid protection strategy
This project focuses on the development of integrated photonics for quantum sensing and information and nonlinear science applications. We combine advanced
The goal of this project is to help better prepare the nation for the next pandemic, whose occurrence is beyond debate and just a matter of time. Specifically
The Boulder Cryogenic Quantum Testbed (BCQT) Project implements, develops and openly disseminates standard protocols to reproducibly measure the performance
The goal of this project is to develop single photon source and detector measurement and calibration capabilities to support the emerging quantum industry and
Emergency response , l aw enforcement and military personnel must face threats and dangerous situations as part of their jobs. These threats can vary from
The smallest unit of light is a "photon". Generation, manipulation and measurement of light at or near the fundamental limit of a photon can enhance the
The Smart Grid can be defined as an electric system that uses information, two-way, cyber-secure communication technologies, and computational intelligence in
NIST is charged by the 2007 Energy Independence and Security Act (EISA) with facilitation of interoperability standards to enable successful implementation of
The Smart Grid Program develops and demonstrates smart grid measurement science advances to improve the efficiency, reliability, resilience, and sustainability
To enhance network protection against attack, a periodic key refreshment and distribution strategy for better network security has been investigated. While the
Presently used methods to measure CO 2 and other emissions from smoke stacks have errors of 20 % or more depending on the level of swirl in the flow. The
The expected penetration of a large number of renewable distributed energy resources (DERs) is driving next generation power systems toward uncertainties that
Synchrophasor data measurements are envisioned to be a key enabler for real-time power grid situational awareness and control. Currently, Phasor Measurement
Imaging in the terahertz frequency range enables the detection of concealed weapons and other contraband (e.g., explosives under clothing) without the use of
Develop critical thermal and electrical transport measurement methods, instrumentation, and reference materials needed to support the development, performance
The Waveform Metrology Project provides measurement and algorithmic support for waveform traceability to the optics and high-frequency electronics industries
With the massive integration of distributed renewable energy sources (RESs) into the power system, the demand for timely and reliable network monitoring