Abstract: Systems for and methods of detecting gravitational acceleration and gravity gradients are disclosed. The systems and methods include gravity gradiometers whose axes are substantially horizontal. In comparison with prior art systems, the systems presently disclosed provide one or both of more accurate measurements for the same amount of space, and smaller space requirements with the same or better accuracy.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
January 21, 2009
Date of Patent:
June 7, 2011
Assignee:
General Dyamics Advanced Information Systems, Inc.