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Optics Communications

Enhancement of spatial coherence during light propagation in bounded media

L. Allen, S. Gatehouse, D.G.C. Jones

Published Oct 1, 1971• 15 citations
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10.1016/0030-4018(71)90237-9

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We present a model describing the transmission of light through atomic media with a vanishing index of refraction. Zero index materials are of particular interest as the infinite phase velocity of light within the material offers the potential to manipulate electromagnetic waves to mediate dipole-dipole interactions over extended distances. We focus on the preparation of zero-index conditions based on atomic coherence using two distinct atomic media as exemplary of generic zero-index materials. We establish a model based on the Maxwell-Bloch equations to describe the propagation of a light pulse through these media. To investigate the sustainability of the zero index under minimal light conditions, we assume single-photon intensity of the propagating pulse. Specifically, we examine whether the spatial phase change of the photon remains zero as it traverses the medium. We employ a finite-element numerical approach to solve the coupled Maxwell-Bloch equations describing the photon propagation. Our results indicate that the presence of a photon within the medium will disrupt the zero-index state, thus disallowing the establishment of enhanced dipole-dipole interactions over large distances.