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arXiv:2107.03110 · Physical Review A

Weak localization of light in hot atomic vapors

Nicolas Cherroret, M. Hemmerling, G. Labeyrie, Dominique Delande, Jook T. M. Walraven, Robin Kaiser

Published Nov 18, 2021• 0 citations
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Abstract

According to conventional wisdom, the fast thermal motion of atoms in hot atomic vapor should destroy any measurable effects of coherent backscattering. The authors show that, with the right choice of laser detuning and cell geometry, the experimental detection of coherent backscattering in hot vapor may actually be within reach.
DOI
10.1103/physreva.104.053714

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