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    • Atomic, Molecular, and Optical Physics
    • Quantum Optics
    • Magnetometry

    Background:

    • Electromagnetically induced transparency (EIT) is a quantum interference effect used in precision measurements.
    • Measuring magnetic field direction is crucial for various scientific and technological applications.
    • Existing methods for magnetic field sensing can be complex and require specialized equipment.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To experimentally demonstrate a novel method for measuring magnetic field direction using EIT.
    • To utilize a vector vortex laser beam for simultaneous polarization information retrieval.
    • To achieve high-precision magnetic field orientation determination compatible with integrated systems.

    Main Methods:

    • Employing electromagnetically induced transparency (EIT) with a vector vortex laser beam.
    • Analyzing intensity variations along the vortex beam to extract polarization-dependent EIT resonance amplitudes.
    • Tracking angular positions of EIT amplitude extrema and applying Fourier analysis.

    Main Results:

    • Simultaneous acquisition of EIT resonance amplitudes for all laser polarizations from a single differential intensity image.
    • Determination of the transverse magnetic field component orientation with sub-degree precision.
    • Unambiguous identification of the longitudinal angle between the magnetic field and laser propagation direction.

    Conclusions:

    • The proposed method provides a precise and efficient way to measure magnetic field direction.
    • The technique is compatible with existing EIT-based magnetometers.
    • It is particularly advantageous for integrated optical assemblies due to the absence of active polarization rotators.