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Research in Optical Sciences

Quantum Optomechanics: State Engineering, Hybrid Systems and Dissipative Coupling

Klemens Hammerer

Published Jan 1, 2012• 0 citations
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Abstract

Optomechanical systems are rapidly approaching the quantum regime. We show that mechanical systems can be efficiently interfaced to atoms, and how dissipative coupling can be achieved in a Michelson-Sagnac-Interferometer, giving rise to strong nonlinear dynamics.
DOI
10.1364/qim.2012.qm3a.2

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