The Possible Detection of Dark Energy on Earth Using Atom Interferometry

TL;DR

This paper explores the potential for detecting dark energy density on Earth through atom interferometry, proposing a novel experimental approach that could complement astronomical observations.

Contribution

It introduces a new experimental concept using atom interferometry to directly detect dark energy density on Earth, including the idea of nulling gravitational forces with a double interferometer.

Findings

Conceptual framework for dark energy detection on Earth

Discussion of experimental setup using atom interferometry

Advantages of satellite-based measurements for nulling gravitational forces

Abstract

This paper describes the concept and the beginning of an experimental investigation of whether it is possible to directly detect dark energy density on earth using atom interferometry. The concept is to null out the gravitational force using a double interferometer. This research provides a non-astronomical path for research on dark energy. The application of this method to other hypothetical weak forces and fields is also discussed. In the the final section I discuss the advantages of carrying out a dark energy density search in a satellite in earth orbit where more precise nulling of gravitational forces can be achieved.