Programmable System on Chip for controlling an atomic physics experiment
Instrumentation and Detectors
2021-06-16 v2 Atomic Physics
Quantum Physics
Abstract
Most atomic physics experiments are controlled by a digital pattern generator used to synchronize all equipment by providing triggers and clocks. Recently, the availability of well-documented open-source development tools has lifted the barriers to using programmable systems on chip (PSoC), making them a convenient and versatile tool for synthesizing digital patterns. Here, we take advantage of these advancements in the design of a versatile clock and pattern generator using a PSoC. We present our design with the intent of highlighting the new possibilities that PSoCs have to offer in terms of flexibility. We provide a robust hardware carrier and basic firmware implementation that can be expanded and modified for other uses.
Cite
@article{arxiv.2102.11230,
title = {Programmable System on Chip for controlling an atomic physics experiment},
author = {A. Sitaram and G. K. Campbell and A. Restelli},
journal= {arXiv preprint arXiv:2102.11230},
year = {2021}
}