# GPS-Free Navigation? Quantum Compass Breakthrough on the Horizon! 🧭

**URL:** <https://onehack.st/t/gps-free-navigation-quantum-compass-breakthrough-on-the-horizon/289872>\
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**Created:** [August 26, 2024, 9:34am UTC](https://onehack.st/t/gps-free-navigation-quantum-compass-breakthrough-on-the-horizon/289872 "2024-08-26T09:34:19Z")\
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**Post date:** [August 26, 2024, 9:34am UTC](https://onehack.st/t/gps-free-navigation-quantum-compass-breakthrough-on-the-horizon/289872/1 "2024-08-26T09:34:19Z")

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**Summary:**

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1. **Quantum Leap**  
Sandia National Laboratories is nearing a breakthrough in quantum sensing with a motion sensor that promises GPS-free navigation. This sensor is a thousand times more sensitive than current devices and could significantly reduce reliance on GPS satellites.

2. **Tech Miniaturization**  
Researchers have used silicon photonic microchips to create a compact and affordable quantum sensor. The new silicon photonic modulator, essential for the sensor, replaces bulky, expensive laser systems and is cheaper to produce.

3. **Future Prospects**  
The technology could revolutionize navigation and has potential applications in detecting underground resources, LIDAR, quantum computing, and optical communications.

**Read more at:** [SciTechDaily](https://www.scitechdaily.com)