Title :
Single-atom detection by micro-cavities
Author :
Horak, Peter ; Klappauf, Bruce G. ; Kazansky, Peter
Author_Institution :
Optoelectronics Res. Centre, Southampton Univ., UK
Abstract :
Possibilities of integrating micro-optics on top of an atom chip by standard fiber technology are investigated. In particular, the study is interested in single-atom detection with minimal spontaneous scattering.
Keywords :
atom optics; integrated optics; micro-optics; microcavities; optical fibres; quantum optics; radiation pressure; atom chip; micro-optics; microcavities; single-atom detection; spontaneous scattering; standard fiber technology; Atomic beams; Atomic measurements; Coatings; Laser tuning; Lenses; Mirrors; Optical fiber couplers; Optical fiber devices; Optical scattering; Resonance;
Conference_Titel :
Quantum Electronics Conference, 2003. EQEC '03. European
Print_ISBN :
0-7803-7733-8
DOI :
10.1109/EQEC.2003.1314171
