The Adventure of Physics in Timing and Positioning - From Cesium Atoms to Global Navigation Satellite Systems

Explore the fascinating intersection of precise timekeeping and navigation systems in this 41-minute lecture by Patrizia Tavella, Director of the Time Department at the Bureau International des Poids et Mesures. Delve into the fundamentals of atomic clocks, clock synchronization, and the creation of Coordinated Universal Time (UTC). Discover how navigation systems and timekeeping technologies mutually benefit and advance each other, from the intricate workings of a cesium atom to the complex operations of Global Navigation Satellite Systems. Gain insights into the cross-fertilization between these fields and their ongoing progress in the realm of physics.