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Superposition of states and quantum interference in rubidium by diode laser modulation

G. Alzetta, Laura Botti, S. Cartaleva, R. M. Celli, A. Rossi

Published May 7, 1999• 3 citations

Abstract

Superposition of states in Rubidium vapor has been obtained by optical pumping with frequency modulated diode lasers. The resulting dark states have been studied as a function of the applied magnetic field and an interference effect has been evidenced by irradiating the vapor with two counterpropagating beams.

DOI: 10.1117/12.347617

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