Quantum optomechanics of a two-dimensional atomic array
Quantum Physics
2020-06-30 v1
Abstract
We demonstrate that a two-dimensional (2D) atomic array can be used as a novel platform for quantum optomechanics. Such arrays feature both nearly-perfect reflectivity and ultra-light mass, leading to significantly-enhanced optomechanical phenomena. Considering the collective atom-array motion under continuous laser illumination, we study the nonlinear optical response of the array. We find that the spectrum of light scattered by the array develops multiple sidebands, corresponding to collective mechanical resonances, and exhibits nearly perfect quantum-noise squeezing. Possible extensions and applications for quantum nonlinear optomechanics are discussed.
Cite
@article{arxiv.1810.01052,
title = {Quantum optomechanics of a two-dimensional atomic array},
author = {Ephraim Shahmoon and Mikhail D. Lukin and Susanne F. Yelin},
journal= {arXiv preprint arXiv:1810.01052},
year = {2020}
}
Comments
14 pages, 6 figures