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New sensor uses slowed light to detect gravity of tiny objects
Gravity is traditionally understood as the weakest of the four fundamental forces in physics, making the detection of gravitational forces from small objects extremely difficult. Researchers have recently developed a novel sensor that utilizes slowed light to measure the minute gravitational pull of objects measuring just a few millimeters. This technological advance could pave the way for enhanced precision in gravitational measurements, bridging the gap between macro-level physics and microscopic phenomena.