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Area of Science:

Atomic physics
Magnetometry
Optical instrumentation

Background:

Optically pumped atomic magnetometers utilizing the spin-exchange relaxation-free (SERF) effect offer high sensitivity for magnetic imaging.
Achieving simultaneous ultra-high spatial resolution and magnetic field sensitivity remains a challenge.

Purpose of the Study:

To propose and demonstrate a high-resolution multi-channel SERF atomic magnetometer for 2D magnetic field measurements.
To integrate a digital micro-mirror device (DMD) for spatial light modulation within a single vapor cell.

Main Methods:

Utilized a digital micro-mirror device (DMD) as a spatial light modulator for probe light.
Optimized experimental conditions through spatial and temporal modulation of the probe light.
Developed a 25-channel SERF atomic magnetometer configuration.

Main Results:

Achieved an average magnetic field sensitivity of approximately 25 fT/Hz^1/2.
Demonstrated a spatial resolution of 216 µm.
Validated measurements by comparing magnetic field distributions from a gradient coil with finite element simulations, showing 99.2% agreement.

Conclusions:

The proposed multi-channel SERF magnetometer effectively measures magnetic field distributions with ultra-high spatial resolution.
The device integrates advanced optical modulation techniques for enhanced performance.
Confirms the potential of this magnetometer for sensitive, high-resolution magnetic field mapping.