In:
Science, American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS), Vol. 293, No. 5528 ( 2001-07-13), p. 278-280
Abstract:
We report the realization of a deterministic source of single atoms. A standing-wave dipole trap is loaded with one or any desired number of cold cesium atoms from a magneto-optical trap. By controlling the motion of the standing wave, we adiabatically transport the atom with submicrometer precision over macroscopic distances on the order of a centimeter. The displaced atom is observed directly in the dipole trap by fluorescence detection. The trapping field can also be accelerated to eject a single atom into free flight with well-defined velocities.
Type of Medium:
Online Resource
ISSN:
0036-8075
,
1095-9203
DOI:
10.1126/science.1062725
Language:
English
Publisher:
American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS)
Publication Date:
2001
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2066996-3
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2060783-0
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11