doubleMOT

doubleMOT

Looking for a powerful and versatile neutral atom core? The doubleMOT is a self-contained, tabletop, ultrahigh vacuum system that makes it easy to cool and trap atoms, with applications ranging from fundamental quantum physics research to developing sensors and new quantum technologies.

The doubleMOT utilizes a source cell to achieve a high atom number and a science cell to maintain an ultra-high vacuum with superior optical access. Shipped under a permanent vacuum, the doubleMOT is ready to be placed into an appropriate apparatus, such as the Physics Platform, making setup a breeze.

With its compact size and powerful capabilities, the doubleMOT is the perfect choice for researchers and innovators looking to explore the exciting world of neutral atom research.

Features

  • Compact UHV chamber

  • Up to two independent active dispensers

  • Active and passive pumps to maintain vacuum

  • Easily configurable for specific applications

  • High atom flux and long trap lifetimes

Customization Options

  • Thin-walled cell

  • AR-coated Borosilicate Glass or UVFS glass cell

Element Options

  • Rubidium

  • Cesium

Jim Reardon

James Reardon, Director of Undergraduate Studies, University of Wisconsin, Madison

“I got rapid and accurate technical advice, for which I am grateful. Couldn't ask for more. Thank you, Chuck Williams and team!”

Cold Atom Research

  • Near-Unity Indistinguishability of Single Photons Emitted from Dissimilar and Independent Atomic Quantum Nodes

    Generating indistinguishable photons from independent nodes is an important challenge for the development of quantum networks. In this work, we demonstrate the generation of highly indistinguishable single photons from two dissimilar atomic quantum nodes. One node is based on a fully blockaded cold Rydberg ensemble and generates on-demand single photons. The other node is a quantum repeater node based on a Duan-Lukin-Cirac-Zoller quantum memory and emits heralded single photons after a controllable memory time that is used to synchronize the two sources. We demonstrate an indistinguishability of 94.6±5.2% for a temporal window including 90% of the photons. This advancement opens new possibilities for interconnecting quantum repeater and processing nodes with high-fidelity Bell state measurement without sacrificing its efficiency.

    Authors: Félix Hoffet, Jan Lowinski, Lukas Heller, Auxiliadora Padrón-Brito, and Hugues de Riedmatten. PRX Quantum 5, 030305 – Published 9 July 2024

  • Vector Atom Accelerometry in an Optical Lattice

    We experimentally demonstrate two multidimensional atom interferometers capable of measuring both the magnitude and direction of applied inertial forces. These interferometers do not rely on the ubiquitous light pulses of traditional atom sensors but are instead built from an innovative design that operates entirely within the Bloch bands of an optical lattice formed by interfering laser beams. Through time-dependent control of the position of the lattice in three-dimensional space, we realize simultaneous Bloch oscillations in two dimensions and a vector atomic Michelson interferometer.

    Authors: Catie LeDesma, Kendall Mehling, Murray Holland. https://arxiv.org/html/2407.04874v1

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