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    Area of Science:

    • Physics
    • Materials Science

    Background:

    • Previous research established an acceleration sensitivity for rigidly-mounted cavities.
    • An incorrect value was previously published for this sensitivity.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To correct a previously published error in the acceleration sensitivity of a rigidly-mounted cavity.
    • To provide the accurate coupling factor for this device.

    Main Methods:

    • Re-evaluation of experimental data or theoretical calculations related to cavity sensitivity.
    • Correction of the cited numerical value for acceleration sensitivity.

    Main Results:

    • The maximum acceleration sensitivity of the rigidly-mounted cavity was incorrectly cited as 2.5 × 10-10 1/(m s-2).
    • The correct coupling factor is 100 times smaller, equaling 2.5 × 10-12 1/(m s-2).

    Conclusions:

    • Accurate reporting of physical parameters is crucial for scientific reproducibility.
    • The corrected acceleration sensitivity value is essential for future research utilizing this type of cavity.