Bose-Einstein condensate magnetometry

Bose-Einstein condensate (BEC) magnetometry uses ultra-cold atoms cooled to near absolute zero to detect magnetic fields with extreme sensitivity. At these temperatures, atoms form a single quantum state, acting collectively like a coherent wave. Changes in magnetic fields influence this atomic wave, allowing precise measurement of magnetic variations. This technique offers high accuracy and sensitivity, making it valuable for applications like medical imaging, detecting geophysical phenomena, and exploring fundamental physics. Essentially, BEC magnetometry leverages the unique quantum properties of ultra-cold atoms to measure magnetic fields with extraordinary precision.