Gyroscopy and Navigation

Gyroscopes Based on Quantum Optics

Anton K. Vershovskii

Published Jun 1, 2026• 0 citations

Abstract

Abstract This review examines the fundamental physical principles of gyroscopic devices based on quantum optics: nuclear magnetic resonance gyroscopes and matter (de Broglie) waves gyroscopes, i.e., atomic interferometers based on laser-cooled atoms.

DOI: 10.1134/s2075108726700185

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