Quantum Matter Built from Single Atoms and Photons
Abstract
Approach:The research program is directed to the integration of nano-photonics and atomic physics to create new paradigms for strong interactions of light and matter. Complex quantum systems will be built from simple components of single atoms and photons assembled in nanoscale dielectric structures. The research will explore novel quantum phases of light and matter and thereby provide new capabilities for quantum networks, sensing, and metrology with on-chip quantum functionality.Objective:Specific objectives include new schemes for the deterministic synthesis of arbitrary quantum states of lightat room temperature and with high fidelity, efficient detection and characterization of quantum states of light by mapping propagating optical fields into nanophotonic arrays of atoms, application of these capabilities to on-chip quantum metrology with entangled states of light and atoms, quantum memories capable of in situ quantum error correction, and a platform for the creation ofnew phases of topological matter.Naval Relevance:The proposed research develops basic theories that could lead to new possibilities for advances beyond conventional quantum limits in areas relevant to future navy capabilities, including navigation, timekeeping, metrology, and optical communication. The experiments aim to provide proof-of-principle implementations by creating novel tools for science and technology.
Document Details
- Document Type
- DoD Grant Award
- Publication Date
- Aug 12, 2016
- Source ID
- N000141612399
Entities
People
- H. Jeff Kimble
Organizations
- California Institute of Technology
- Office of Naval Research
- United States Navy