Optical Requirements for Quantum Mechanics with Micromechanical Systems

ORAL

Abstract

Interest in micro-optomechanical systems is motivated by the desire to test quantum mechanics on relatively massive scales. Proposals for realizing these effects have extremely challenging technical requirements, particularly with regards to optical quality. We present the results of simulations designed to determine the effects of imperfections in real systems on the maximum achievable optical finesse. Additionally, we will discuss recent progress in our efforts to fabricate novel devices with the required properties.

*Supported by NSF Grant PHY-0804177

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Authors

  • Dustin Kleckner

    • Physics Department, University of California, Santa Barbara

  • Brian Pepper

    • Physics Department, University of California, Santa Barbara

  • Evan Jeffrey

    • Huygens Laboratory, Universiteit Leiden

  • Petro Sonin

    • Huygens Laboratory, Universiteit Leiden

  • Dirk Bouwmeester

    • Physics Department, University of California, Santa Barbara and Huygens Laboratory, Universiteit Leiden