Sensing quantum vacuum fluctuations from correlated materials (21-000000580)
Abstract
This proposed project will use our novel quantum sensor, the SQCRAMscope (Scanning Quantum Cryogenic Atom Microscope), to advance a new field: quantum vacuum microscopy and engineering. For example, imaging Casimir potentials near quantum materials as one tunes through phase transitions would provide a new window into the many-body physics of technologically relevant quantum materials. We will prepare and image multicomponent and correlated materials using the SQCRAMscope. Moreover, we will seek to make careful measu rements of quantum vacuum fluctuation effects so as to aid those working to resolve long-standing controversies regarding the prope r mathematical prediction of their magnitude and functional form. Together, this project will advance our knowledge of quantum vac uum forces for increasing our fundamental understanding of QED near materials and for exploiting novel vacuum fluctuation potential s for new technologies such as MEMS and NEMS devices without stiction.
Document Details
- Document Type
- DoD Grant Award
- Publication Date
- Oct 22, 2021
- Source ID
- N000142112896
Entities
People
- Benjamin Lev
Organizations
- Office of Naval Research
- Stanford University
- United States Navy