Early Atomic Clocks
The worlds first atomic clock was invented in America at the National Bureau of Standards (NBS) in 1948. This first clock used an ammonia molecule as the atomic element rather than the caesium which is commonly used now. Atomic clocks use a beam (more..)
The Invention of the Atomic Clock
Louis Essen was born in 1908 in a small city in England called Nottingham. His childhood was typical of the time and he pursued his education with enjoyment and dedication. At the age of 20 Louis graduated from the University of Nottingham, where he had (more..)
The Use of Atomic Clocks
There are many reasons why people would be able to find a use for the atomic clock. Even those living the most reclusive and simple existences find themselves needing to know the time. Whether it be in order to meet an appointment or to know when their (more..)
How the Atomic Clock Works
Atomic clocks are very technical objects and so writing about how they work is difficult for someone without technical knowledge and is also not easy reading for the average person. However, here I will do my best to give a rough overview as to how the (more..)
