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UC Riverside's Optical System Set to Transform Gravitational-Wave Detection

2/24/2025

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A groundbreaking optical system created by UC Riverside researchers promises to revolutionize gravitational-wave detection by minimizing heat distortions in mirrors. This advancement aims to push laser power past 1 megawatt, significantly boosting the sensitivity of detectors like LIGO. Upcoming initiatives, including the Cosmic Explorer, could unlock secrets from the early universe, offering profound cosmic revelations.

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A groundbreaking optical system created by UC Riverside researchers promises to revolutionize gravitational-wave detection by minimizing heat distortions in mirrors. This advancement aims to push laser power past 1 megawatt, significantly boosting the sensitivity of detectors like LIGO. Upcoming initiatives, including the Cosmic Explorer, could unlock secrets from the early universe, offering profound cosmic revelations.