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jeffw@lemmy.world to Technology@lemmy.worldEnglish · 10 months ago

Most Precise Atomic Clock Ever Built Will Only Lose a Second Every 30 Billion Years

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Most Precise Atomic Clock Ever Built Will Only Lose a Second Every 30 Billion Years

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jeffw@lemmy.world to Technology@lemmy.worldEnglish · 10 months ago
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The device, which traps thousands of atoms to keep time, is "pushing the boundaries of what's possible with timekeeping." The device traps thousands of atoms to keep time, and is "pushing the boundaries of what's possible with timekeeping."
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    Yeah, but in 1.8 trillion years, you’re going to be a minute late for everything.

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      Imagine being 15 minutes late to the heat death of the universe. Unacceptable.

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        Damn right, you’d miss the Pan Galactic Gargle Blaster drink before the dinner. Not ok.

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      I mean but this should save me some hassle from my current clock that I need to adjust every 10 billion years.

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      The Germans will be furious

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        10 months ago

        *the Swiss

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      Oh shit I missed the sun explosion!

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