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Optimal Continuous Dynamical Decoupling in N-type Atomic Ensemble Quantum Memories

Tegan Loveridge, Kai Shinbrough, Virginia O. Lorenz

Published Jan 1, 2024• 0 citations
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We simulate N-type quantum memory in atomic ensembles with a high-lying sensor state in the regime of continuous dynamical decoupling. We find order-of-magnitude memory lifetime enhancements for realistic experimental parameters.
DOI
10.1364/cleo_fs.2024.fm3r.4

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