DocumentCode
1296336
Title
Quantum mechanics and precision measurements
Author
Ramsey, Norman F.
Author_Institution
Joint Institute for Laboratory Astrophysics, University of Colorado, Boulder, CO 80309
Issue
2
fYear
1987
fDate
6/1/1987 12:00:00 AM
Firstpage
155
Lastpage
157
Abstract
The quantum mechanical foundation of modern precision physical measurements is discussed with emphasis on five key features of quantum mechanics which underlie such measurements. It is argued that quantum theory affords more advantages than limitations for achieving high precision in determination of fundamental constants and related quantities.
Keywords
Accuracy; Atomic measurements; Extraterrestrial measurements; Magnetic field measurement; Mechanical variables measurement; Quantum mechanics; Uncertainty;
fLanguage
English
Journal_Title
Instrumentation and Measurement, IEEE Transactions on
Publisher
ieee
ISSN
0018-9456
Type
jour
DOI
10.1109/TIM.1987.6312658
Filename
6312658
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