Numéro
J. Phys. Colloques
Volume 42, Numéro C8, Décembre 1981
Troisième Symposium sur les Etalons de Fréquence et la Métrologie / Third Symposium on Frequency Standards and Metrology
Page(s) C8-199 - C8-199
DOI https://doi.org/10.1051/jphyscol:1981823
Troisième Symposium sur les Etalons de Fréquence et la Métrologie / Third Symposium on Frequency Standards and Metrology

J. Phys. Colloques 42 (1981) C8-199-C8-199

DOI: 10.1051/jphyscol:1981823

NEW ADVANCES IN PRECISION QUARTZ OSCILLATORS AND THEIR IMPACT ON QUANTUM STANDARDS

R.J. Besson

Ecole Nationale Supérieure de Mécanique et des Microtechniques, La Bouloie, Route de Gray, 25030 Besançon Cédex, France.


Abstract
In this paper, only the most recent developments in the field are presented and discussed. After a short historical and technical introduction, last significant advances are introduced in the resonator and oscillator field as well. This includes new concepts and techniques in resonator construction and improvements in conception and realization of oscillators (from theoretical and technical points of view as well). Recent advances are summarized by discussion of last documented results. As a conclusion, indications on future trends and possible consequences are pointed out including impact on quantum standards.