Phase Stabilized Arbitrary Lattices with Magnetic Levitation in Time-of-Flight

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Abstract

We present three portions of our apparatus that enable ~60 ms time-of-flight images to be taken of atoms released from arbitrary lattices. First, we present the generation of these optical lattices using a pair of Acousto-Optic Modulators [AOM]. Second, the phase-stabilization of these lattices using an in-house manufactured interferometer and piezo-actuated mirror. Third, a magnetic levitation system for ${}^{87}$Rb using supercapacitors and a MOSFET-based switched circuit that enables 10's of ms time-of-flight while staying in focus with a high-resolution imaging system.

Authors

  • Z. S Smith

    • Joint Quantum Institute/Univ of Maryland-College Park
  • M. E. W. Reed

    • Joint Quantum Institute/Univ of Maryland-College Park
  • A. Dewan

    • Joint Quantum Institute/Univ of Maryland-College Park
  • A. M. Stahl

    • Joint Quantum Institute/Univ of Maryland-College Park
  • S. L. Rolston

    • Joint Quantum Institute/Univ of Maryland-College Park