Discover the Most Accurate Clock in the World at NIST

Learn about the world's most precise clock located at NIST in Colorado, losing only one second every 33 billion years.

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The most precise clock is located at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) in Colorado, USA. This optical lattice clock loses only one second every 33 billion years, making it the world’s most accurate timekeeping device.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What is an optical lattice clock? An optical lattice clock is a highly precise timekeeping device that uses atoms trapped in a laser lattice to measure time with extraordinary accuracy.
  2. How does the NIST clock achieve its precision? The NIST clock achieves its precision by utilizing quantum mechanics principles that allow it to tick with incredible consistency, losing just one second every 33 billion years.
  3. Where can I learn more about timekeeping technology? You can find more information on advanced timekeeping in our related videos that cover recent developments in quantum and optical technologies.

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