Some of the World’s Atomic Clocks Were Off Last Week (by 5-Millionths of a Second)

Some of the World’s Atomic Clocks Were Off Last Week (by 5-Millionths of a Second)

Recently, some of the world's most precise atomic clocks, including a cesium fountain clock at the National Institute of Standards and Technology in Boulder, Colorado, were found to be off by five-millionths of a second. This minor discrepancy highlights the challenges in maintaining the accuracy of timekeeping technology.
The implications of this development are significant for scientific research and technology that rely on precise time measurements, as even the smallest errors can affect experiments, satellite navigation, and telecommunications.

— via World Pulse Now AI Editorial System

Some of the World’s Atomic Clocks Were Off Last Week (by 5-Millionths of a Second)