Brazilian National Observatory enhances national timekeeping with Adtran’s Oscilloquartz super high-performance optical cesium clock
Adtran announced that the Brazilian National Observatory has integrated its OSA 3300 Super High-Performance optical cesium atomic clock into its timekeeping infrastructure. This marks the first use of an optical pumping cesium clock at the observatory, enabling more precise maintenance and distribution of legal Brazilian time.
The OSA 3300 SHP delivers twice the short and long-term stability of magnetic cesium clocks and double the operational lifespan. The technology features exceptional short-term stability through industry-first optical pumping technology, providing twice the Allan Deviation performance while maintaining a 10-year lifespan. The system's compact design allows seamless integration with existing infrastructure and includes remote management capabilities.
The deployment, supported by specialized provider Nextest, strengthens the observatory's role in national and international scientific work, including seismological monitoring and astronomical data collection, while contributing to the global UTC standard.
Adtran ha annunciato che l'Osservatorio Nazionale Brasiliano ha integrato il suo orologio atomico al cesio ottico OSA 3300 Super High-Performance nella sua infrastruttura di rilevamento temporale. Questo segna il primo utilizzo di un orologio al cesio a pompaggio ottico presso l'osservatorio, consentendo una manutenzione e una distribuzione più precise del tempo legale brasiliano.
L'OSA 3300 SHP offre il doppio della stabilità a breve e lungo termine rispetto agli orologi al cesio magnetici e il doppio della durata operativa. La tecnologia presenta un'eccezionale stabilità a breve termine grazie alla tecnologia di pompaggio ottico, pionieristica nel settore, fornendo prestazioni di Allan Deviation doppie, mantenendo una durata di vita di 10 anni. Il design compatto del sistema consente un'integrazione senza soluzione di continuità con l'infrastruttura esistente e include capacità di gestione remota.
Il dispiegamento, supportato dal fornitore specializzato Nextest, rafforza il ruolo dell'osservatorio nel lavoro scientifico nazionale e internazionale, compresi il monitoraggio sismologico e la raccolta di dati astronomici, contribuendo allo standard globale UTC.
Adtran anunció que el Observatorio Nacional Brasileño ha integrado su reloj atómico de cesio óptico OSA 3300 Super High-Performance en su infraestructura de medición del tiempo. Esto marca el primer uso de un reloj de cesio con bombeo óptico en el observatorio, permitiendo un mantenimiento y distribución más precisos del tiempo legal brasileño.
El OSA 3300 SHP ofrece el doble de estabilidad a corto y largo plazo en comparación con los relojes de cesio magnéticos y el doble de duración operativa. La tecnología presenta una excepcional estabilidad a corto plazo a través de la tecnología de bombeo óptico, siendo pionera en la industria, proporcionando un rendimiento de Allan Deviation dos veces mayor, manteniendo una vida útil de 10 años. El diseño compacto del sistema permite una integración fluida con la infraestructura existente e incluye capacidades de gestión remota.
El despliegue, respaldado por el proveedor especializado Nextest, refuerza el papel del observatorio en el trabajo científico nacional e internacional, incluido el monitoreo sísmico y la recopilación de datos astronómicos, mientras contribuye al estándar global UTC.
Adtran은 브라질 국립 천문대가 OSA 3300 슈퍼 고성능 광학 세슘 원자 시계를 시간 측정 인프라에 통합했다고 발표했습니다. 이는 천문대에서 광학 펌핑 세슘 시계를 처음으로 사용한 것으로, 브라질 법정 시간의 더욱 정밀한 유지보수 및 배분을 가능하게 합니다.
OSA 3300 SHP는 자기 세슘 시계에 비해 단기 및 장기 안정성이 두 배이며, 작동 수명도 두 배입니다. 이 기술은 업계 최초의 광학 펌핑 기술을 통해 뛰어난 단기 안정성을 제공하며, Allan Deviation 성능을 두 배로 향상시키면서 10년의 수명을 유지합니다. 시스템의 컴팩트한 디자인은 기존 인프라와의 원활한 통합을 가능하게 하며 원격 관리 기능을 포함합니다.
전문 제공업체 Nextest의 지원을 받는 이 배치로 천문대는 지진 모니터링 및 천문 데이터 수집을 포함한 국내 및 국제 과학 작업에서의 역할을 강화하며, 전 세계 UTC 표준에 기여합니다.
Adtran a annoncé que l'Observatoire National Brésilien a intégré son horloge atomique à césium optique OSA 3300 Super High-Performance dans son infrastructure de mesure du temps. Cela marque la première utilisation d'une horloge à césium à pompage optique à l'observatoire, permettant un entretien et une distribution plus précis du temps légal brésilien.
L'OSA 3300 SHP offre le double de la stabilité à court et à long terme par rapport aux horloges à césium magnétiques et double la durée de vie opérationnelle. La technologie présente une stabilité exceptionnelle à court terme grâce à la technologie de pompage optique, novatrice dans le secteur, fournissant des performances de l'Allan Deviation doublées tout en maintenant une durée de vie de 10 ans. Le design compact du système permet une intégration fluide avec l'infrastructure existante et inclut des capacités de gestion à distance.
Le déploiement, soutenu par le fournisseur spécialisé Nextest, renforce le rôle de l'observatoire dans le travail scientifique national et international, y compris le suivi sismologique et la collecte de données astronomiques, tout en contribuant à la norme UTC mondiale.
Adtran gab bekannt, dass die brasilianische Nationale Observatorium seine OSA 3300 Super High-Performance optischer Cäsium-Atomuhr in seine Zeitmessinfrastruktur integriert hat. Dies markiert die erste Verwendung einer optisch gepumpten Cäsiumuhr am Observatorium, die eine präzisere Wartung und Verteilung der gesetzlichen brasilianischen Zeit ermöglicht.
Die OSA 3300 SHP bietet die doppelte Kurz- und Langzeitstabilität im Vergleich zu magnetischen Cäsiumuhren und hat eine doppelte Betriebslebensdauer. Die Technologie bietet außergewöhnliche Kurzzeitstabilität durch branchenführende optische Pumptechnologie und erzielt dabei eine doppelt so gute Allan-Deviation-Leistung, während eine Lebensdauer von 10 Jahren gewahrt bleibt. Das kompakte Design des Systems ermöglicht eine nahtlose Integration mit bestehender Infrastruktur und umfasst Fernverwaltungsfunktionen.
Das Deployment, unterstützt von dem spezialisierten Anbieter Nextest, stärkt die Rolle des Observatoriums in nationalen und internationalen wissenschaftlichen Arbeiten, einschließlich seismologischer Überwachung und astronomischer Datensammlung, und trägt zum globalen UTC-Standard bei.
- First deployment of optical pumping cesium clock technology at the Brazilian National Observatory
- Doubles short and long-term stability compared to existing magnetic cesium clocks
- Doubles operational lifespan of traditional solutions
- Features remote management capabilities for improved operational efficiency
- None.
Insights
This deployment at Brazil's National Observatory represents a strategic win for Adtran's Oscilloquartz division, showcasing their technological leadership in ultra-precise timing solutions. The OSA 3300 SHP's implementation at such a prestigious scientific institution serves as a powerful reference case for Adtran's timing technology portfolio.
The key technological differentiators of double stability performance and twice the operational lifespan versus traditional magnetic cesium clocks position Adtran favorably in the high-end timing market. While the immediate financial impact of this single installation is likely modest relative to Adtran's overall revenue, the strategic value lies in:
- Validation of Adtran's optical pumping technology in critical national infrastructure
- Enhanced credibility for pursuing similar installations at other national timing laboratories
- Strengthened positioning in the broader precision timing market, including telecommunications and defense applications
However, investors should note that the high-precision timing segment represents a niche market with volume potential, despite high margins. The true value of this deployment lies in its potential to drive additional sales in adjacent markets where precise timing is critical, such as 5G networks and financial trading systems.
News summary:
- National timekeeping institution sought to enhance stability and precision to support critical national and international scientific work
-
Adtran’s industry-first OSA
3300 SHP with optical pumping technology delivers exceptional short-term stability - Deployment ensures consistent, high-precision time synchronization, advancing research, education and contribution to UTC
Adtran’s OSA
“The deployment of Adtran’s Oscilloquartz super high-performance atomic clock is an important step forward in advancing our mission. It empowers us to achieve new levels of stability and precision in maintaining Brazil’s official time, ensuring that our timekeeping meets the highest global standards,” said Ricardo José de Carvalho, head of time service division at the Brazilian National Observatory. “Founded in 1827, our observatory has a long-standing legacy as Brazil’s oldest research institution in astronomy, geophysics and metrology. This new technology strengthens our ability to conduct crucial scientific observations, from seismological monitoring to astronomical data collection. It ensures we’re better equipped to contribute to international scientific collaborations and maintain our status as a leader in the global timekeeping community.”
Adtran’s OSA
“We're helping the Brazilian National Observatory strengthen its role as a leader in timekeeping. Our advanced solution will be key in supporting its efforts to push the boundaries of scientific research, enhance educational programs and contribute valuable data to the global scientific community,” commented Allan De Souza, VP of
About Adtran
ADTRAN Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADTN and FSE: QH9) is the parent company of Adtran, Inc., a leading global provider of open, disaggregated networking and communications solutions that enable voice, data, video and internet communications across any network infrastructure. From the cloud edge to the subscriber edge, Adtran empowers communications service providers around the world to manage and scale services that connect people, places and things. Adtran solutions are used by service providers, private enterprises, government organizations and millions of individual users worldwide. ADTRAN Holdings, Inc. is also the largest shareholder of Adtran Networks SE, formerly ADVA Optical Networking SE. Find more at Adtran, LinkedIn and X.
About Nextest
Nextest is a Brazilian company based in
Published by
ADTRAN Holdings, Inc.
www.adtran.com
View source version on businesswire.com: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250204639552/en/
For media
Gareth Spence
+44 1904 699 358
public.relations@adtran.com
For investors
Peter Schuman
+1 256 963 6305
investor.relations@adtran.com
Source: Adtran
FAQ
What are the key features of Adtran's OSA 3300 SHP optical cesium clock deployed at the Brazilian Observatory?
How does Adtran's OSA 3300 SHP improve timekeeping at the Brazilian National Observatory?
What is the lifespan of Adtran's OSA 3300 SHP cesium atomic clock?
How does the OSA 3300 SHP contribute to global timekeeping standards?
