Kitching, J.
, Knappe, S.
, Liew, L.
, Moreland, J.
, Schwindt, P.
, Shah, V.
, Gerginov, V.
and Hollberg, L.
(2005),
Microfabricated Atomic Frequency References, Metrologia, [online], https://tsapps.nist.gov/publication/get_pdf.cfm?pub_id=32084
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Microfabricated Atomic Frequency References
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Abstract
Using microfabrication processes, we have been able to construct physics packages for vapour cell atomic frequency references 100x smaller than previously existing versions, with a corresponding reduction in power consumption. In addition, the devices offer the potential for wafer-level fabrication and assembly, which would substantially reduce manufacturing costs. It is anticipated that a complete frequency reference could be constructed based on these physics packages with a total volume below 1 cm3, a power dissipation near 30 mW and a fractional frequency instability below 10^-11^ over time periods from hours to days. Such a device would enable the use of atomically precise timing in applications that require battery operation and portability, such as hand-held global positioning system receivers and wireless communication systems.Citation
Metrologia
Volume
42
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Journals
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Created July 31, 2005, Updated October 12, 2021