Cold Atom Interferometry Group - University of Birmingham

We are the gravity sensing team of the UK Quantum Technology Hub Sensors and Timing. We are leading in transferring knowledge and capability into industry to build up impact across a variety of potential end uses, such as within civil engineering or archaeology.

Birmingham Heroes: Dr Michael Holynski talks quantum technologies

The Quantum Technology Hub for Sensors and Metrology is led by the University of Birmingham and is one of four Hubs within the UK National Quantum Technologies Programme. Our Heroes are working to convert the next generation of quantum technologies from laboratory science into innovative and marketable products.

Birmingham Heroes: Dr Michael Holynski talks quantum technologies

Transcript

Since the in depends very suspect's for daily lives and in the quantum technology hub our research focused on trying to create the next generation of sensors. My particular research is focused on creating the next generation of gravity sensors which aim to be much more precise and they will give much faster measurements of gravity. If we can improve gravity sensors, that will give us a best tool for looking into the ground allowing us to spot hazards before they arise. For example, a sinkhole before it opens. This will allow us to make more accurate interventions in roadworks allowing us to reduce traffic congestion. We're pushing boundaries by taking laboratory science and bringing it to practical applications. So we're taking metrology devices that work in laboratory and make them perform at the same standard in the field for real-world benefits.