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Utilizing quantum mechanics, quantum navigation can extend submarines' underwater time by using a single atom's motion to determine precise positioning.Summary
KEY POINTS:
- Australia has contracted Q-CTRL for system development.
- Submarine navigation faces challenges due to absent GPS and visual cues.
- Existing navigation methods lead to course deviations due to error accumulation.
- Q-CTRL's system enhances navigation accuracy using quantum sensors.
- Software ruggedness is employed to counter interference and uphold reliability.