Integrated blue laser and optical frequency comb for the next generation of lattice clocks

Abstract

The proposed project will develop a laser platform that pairs the high-power-gain Gallium Nitride (GaN) medium with low-loss Silicon Nitride (Si3N4) technology in the blue wavelength range. We will a combine GaN blue laser with a Si3N4 integrated microresonator to achieve the reduction of the laser linewidth and simultaneously the generation of the optical frequency comb. The unique expertise will enable EPFL to develop integrated lasers in the visible range that directly target atomic clock transitions, thereby contributing a key core technology for future compact portable lattice clocks.

Document Details

Document Type
DoD Grant Award
Publication Date
Mar 07, 2023
Source ID
FA95502110063

Entities

People

  • Nicolas Grandjean

Organizations

  • Air Force Office of Scientific Research
  • Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne
  • United States Air Force

Tags

Fields of Study

  • Engineering
  • Physics

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Technology Areas

  • Directed Energy
  • Microelectronics