Control and Spectroscopy of Single Molecular Ions
Abstract
We will explore the quantum limit of spectroscopy and control of single molecular ions. The focus of the project will be measuring rotational, vibrational, and electronic transitions of CaH+ sympathetically cooled by Ca+ via quantum logic spectroscopy. Initial experiments will use classical spectroscopy techniques of resonance-enhanced multi-photon dissociation and laser-induced fluorescence to perform the required survey spectroscopy before quantum logic spectroscopy. In addition to the main research agenda, we will explore additional methods for ion control and spectroscopy. This will include testing the use of rare gas tagging spectroscopy in the limit of single ions and the use of surface electrode ion traps for sorting and identifying molecular ions. After application of these methods to CaH+, we will apply them to a larger range of molecular ions starting with boron hydride ions.
Document Details
- Document Type
- DoD Grant Award
- Publication Date
- Feb 14, 2019
- Source ID
- W911NF1810258
Entities
People
- Kenneth R. Brown
Organizations
- Army Contracting Command
- Duke University
- United States Army