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    Area of Science:

    • Quantum optics
    • Atomic physics
    • Interferometry

    Background:

    • Atomic interferometry relies on precise control of atomic states using Raman beams.
    • Spurious frequencies in Raman beams can lead to photon scattering and atomic decoherence, limiting experimental accuracy.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To present a novel optical filter designed for Raman beams in atomic interferometry.
    • To characterize the filter's performance and its ability to mitigate decoherence effects.

    Main Methods:

    • Optical characterization of the filter's transmission and rejection bands.
    • Inclusion of the filter in a Ramsey sequence experiment with Raman beams.
    • Evaluation of decoherence effects caused by photon scattering.

    Main Results:

    • The optical filter successfully transmits the desired Raman frequencies while rejecting spurious ones.
    • Photon scattering from tapered amplifier emission was found to have a negligible effect on atomic coherence.
    • The filter further reduces residual decoherence effects.

    Conclusions:

    • The presented optical filter is suitable for use with Raman beams in atomic interferometry.
    • The filter enhances experimental precision by minimizing decoherence from scattered light.
    • Tapered amplifiers can be safely used for Raman beam amplification in this setup.