Temperature Characterization of a Rubidium Vapor Electromagnetically Induced Transparency Quantum Memory

Konrad Artur Socha

Published Jan 1, 2025• 0 citations

Abstract

Quantum communications aims to bring the quantum advantages to a large network. However, distributing quantum capabilities is a complicated task with many challenges. Electromagnetically induced transparency(EIT) based quantum storage is a candidate for implementation of quantum repeaters for the purpose of overcoming distance limitations in quantum communications. In this thesis we analyze the use of warm rubidium (Rb) vapor as a medium for a quantum memory. Starting by combining the Hamiltonian of a 2 level system with Maxwells equations we will model the interactions between light and the atomic system. We then examine simulations of the system and characterization of key features such as susceptibility and absorption. We are able to compare simulated spectroscopy models with spectroscopy data obtained from experiment to characterize the temperature of a rubidium vapor cell. These findings contribute to the ongoing development of quantum memory systems for efficient quantum repeaters.

DOI: 10.22215/etd/2025-16535

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