The highly integrated vector magnetometer developed by the Fraunhofer Institute for Applied Solid State Physics IAF uses nitrogen vacancies (NV) in diamond to detect extremely small magnetic fields with a level of flexibility and precision not previously possible.
This miniaturized measurement system opens up new possibilities for applications that demand highly accurate readings with minimal interference, such as biochemical analysis of nerve pathways and precision measurements in microelectronics.
“What makes the diamond-based NV vector magnetometer so special is its native and intuitive functionality, which enables it to precisely measure the vector components of the Earth’s magnetic field under most operating conditions. This makes the sensor not only a technical innovation, but also a significant advance in sensor technology,” explains Dr. Michael Stoebe, Business Unit Manager for Quantum Devices at Fraunhofer IAF.
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