Ultracold Interactions between Li Feshbach molecules and Yb atoms

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Abstract

We report on collisional studies in an ultracold three-component system of $\mathrm{^{174}Yb}$ and two spin states of $\mathrm{^{6}Li}$ with tunable interactions. The Li-Li \emph{s}-wave scattering length can be varied through a Feshbach resonance at 834 G. We study the effect of the non-resonant Yb cloud on the formation rate and stability of Li Feshbach dimers and compare to theoretical prediction. We discuss the potential usefulness of a third non-resonant component for the efficient production and cooling of Feshbach molecules.

Authors

  • Alexander Khramov

    • University of Washington
  • Anders Hansen

    • University of Washington
  • Alan Jamison

    • University of Washington
  • William Dowd

    • University of Washington
  • Vladyslav Ivanov

    • University of Washington
  • Subhadeep Gupta

    • University of Washington