Enabling Technologies for the Post-MAGIC Era

Abstract

The DLR Institute for Satellite Geodesy and Inertial Sensing in Hannover, founded in 2019, studies satellite geodesy mission concepts, develops novel data processing techniques as well as the enabling technologies and corresponding data processing techniques for quantum- and quantum optical-based inertial sensors with a strong focus on applications in future satellite geodesy missions. Among other activities this includes the development of novel processing techniques of ranging data of the currently flying Laser Ranging Interferometer on-board the GRACE-FO mission, the advancement of cold atom interferometry in the context of inertial sensing as well as of crucial technologies that will enhance the performance of next generations of intersatellite laser interferometers. In this presentation we will give an overview of our institute’s holistic approach to investigating the question of what a satellite geodesy mission in the post-MAGIC era should entail and on our activities regarding corresponding technological contributions.