Download or read book The Quantum Physics of Atomic Frequency Standards written by Jacques Vanier and published by Bristol : A. Hilger. This book was released on 1989 with total page 984 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Atomic frequency standards are very stable and accurate frequency sources. They are now used, for example, in high-speed communication, in navigation systems and in time-keeping. This study, which examines present knowledge regarding the operation of such devices, is designed to be used by the newcomer to the field as well as by the experienced researcher.