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IEEE International Semiconductor Laser Conference (ISLC)

Narrow Linewidth Semiconductor Laser Systems for Cold Atom-Based Quantum Technology Applications

Andreas Wicht

Published Sep 1, 2018• 0 citations
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Abstract

Cold atom-based quantum technologies leap out of physics labs to find application in the field and in space. Lasers that not only meet specific performance requirements but also cope with realistic operating requirements are key to this development. Requirements, approaches and the current status are reviewed.
DOI
10.1109/islc.2018.8516149

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