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Xin Xie1, Bowen Kang1, Huatian Hu2
1School of Physics and Information Technology, Shaanxi Normal University, Xi'an 710119, China.
We developed a plasmonic nanocavity system that enables long-distance dipole-dipole interactions (DDIs) between rare-earth ions (RE3+) and quantum emitters. This breakthrough extends energy transfer over 7.5 μm, advancing quantum photonic applications.
Area of Science:
- Quantum Optics
- Materials Science
- Nanotechnology
Background:
- Trivalent rare-earth ions (RE3+) have sharp 4f-4f transitions sensitive to dipole-dipole interactions (DDIs).
- The short-range nature of DDIs limits their use in long-distance quantum coupling applications.
Purpose of the Study:
- To demonstrate a plasmonic nanocavity system for achieving long-range DDIs between quantum emitters.
- To enhance inter-emitter interactions and extend energy transfer distances.
Main Methods:
- Utilized a plasmonic nanocavity pair to couple upconversion nanoparticles (UCNPs) and quantum dots (QDs).
- Leveraged Purcell enhancement and surface plasmon polariton (SPP) propagation for energy transfer.
- Employed polarization-controlled SPP propagation for directed energy redistribution.
Main Results:
- Achieved DDI-mediated energy transfer over distances exceeding 7.5 μm, significantly longer than conventional Förster resonance systems.
- Demonstrated enhanced emission and inter-emitter interactions.
- Enabled anisotropic and tunable coupling through polarization control.
Conclusions:
- Established a method for controllable, long-range DDIs among rare-earth emitters.
- Advanced integrated quantum photonic architectures with novel coupling capabilities.
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