NIST has launched a new program called “NIST on a Chip” (NOAC) that aims to bring cutting-edge measurement technology directly to users in various industries. The program seeks partnerships with the private sector to develop ultra-compact, low-power measurement tools based on quantum physics principles. These devices will be manufactured and distributed by the private sector, opening new opportunities for tech transfer and lab-to-market support.
The NOAC program focuses on creating miniaturized instruments for various measurements, including time and frequency, distance, mass and force, temperature and pressure, electrical and magnetic fields, current and voltage, fluid volume and flow. These devices will be based on fundamental constants and unchanging quantum phenomena, eliminating the need for external calibration. The program is planned to include projects across multiple NIST laboratories in various technology areas.
Source: https://www.nist.gov/noac/introduction
Keywords: quantum physics, NIST-level accuracy, ultra-reliable measurement technology, quantum phenomena, International System of Units (SI)
