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Science Newsworld22 days agoDeveloping
Grapefruit-Sized Quantum Device Maps Earth’s Magnetic Field From Space Station
A 10-centimeter quantum magnetometer using diamond defects operated on the International Space Station for 10 months in 2021 and 2022. The device’s measurements matched previous estimates of Earth’s magnetic field. Engineers plan a follow-up mission with upgraded hardware positio…