A new EU project plans to expand adventures in the cosmos with a suitably space-age technology: lasers. The INPHOMIR initiative is developing the lasers to enhance spacecraft sensors. By emitting tiny pulses of light, the devices could improve the precision of satellite navigation. Their accuracy stems from their resistance to the harsh conditions of space. When vicious fog and dust descend upon satellites, traditional sensors are often impeded. These disruptions can have severe impacts. A tiny measurement error can cause chaos to space missions — and cost millions of euros. Lasers provide a promising safeguard. Their ability to function in…
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