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D L Campbell1, I B Spielman1

  • 1Joint Quantum Institute, University of Maryland and National Institute of Standards and Technology, College Park, MD 20742, USA.

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|August 16, 2016
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This study introduces a novel Rashba spin-orbit coupling method using laser polarization in alkali atoms. This approach minimizes unwanted processes and allows tunable control over energy gaps for quantum applications.

Area of Science:

  • Atomic, Molecular, and Optical Physics
  • Quantum Chemistry
  • Condensed Matter Theory

Background:

  • Rashba spin-orbit coupling is crucial for spintronics and quantum computing.
  • Existing methods often suffer from high inelastic scattering or spontaneous emission rates.
  • Control over spin states in alkali atoms is essential for quantum technologies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To theoretically explore a new Rashba spin-orbit coupling scheme.
  • To minimize inelastic processes by operating in the ground state manifold.
  • To enable tunable control over the energy gap via laser polarization.

Main Methods:

  • Utilizing far-detuned Raman laser coupling to create the Rashba potential.
  • Operating entirely within the absolute ground state manifold of an alkali atom.
Keywords:
Bose–Einstein condensateFloquetRashbacold atomseffective potentialspin–orbit

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  • Investigating the role of hyperfine spin eigenstates and radio-frequency magnetic fields.

    • Main Results:

    • Demonstrated a method to continuously open or close the energy gap by modifying laser polarizations.
    • Achieved low spontaneous emission rates due to far-detuned Raman coupling.
    • Showed that specific XYZ states are essential for realizing the Rashba potential.

    Conclusions:

    • The proposed scheme offers a robust method for generating Rashba spin-orbit coupling in alkali atoms.
    • This technique minimizes inelastic processes, paving the way for more stable quantum devices.
    • The ability to tune the energy gap provides enhanced control over quantum states.