Generation of a macroscopic singlet state in an atomic ensemble
N. Behbood, B. Dubost, M. Napolitano, Marco Koschorreck, R. J. Sewell, Géza Tóth, Morgan W. Mitchell
Abstract
We report on an experiment underway for generating singlet states in a cold atomic ensemble. We use quantum non-demolition measurement and feedback control to produce a macroscopic spin state with total spin zero and reduced spin fluctuations. We have developed a new detection system with the capability of real time measurement and feedback control. Simulations indicate that optical pumping is a good candidate for feedback.