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A Photonic System for Generating Unconditional Polarization-Entangled Photons Based on Multiple Quantum Interference
Published on: September 5, 2019
Polarization-selective quantum cooperative response in dual-species atom arrays
Abstract:
Atom arrays have emerged as a powerful platform for quantum light-matter interfaces, yet single-species arrays are constrained by in-plane symmetry, restricting polarization control. Here, we investigate the cooperative optical response of dual-species subwavelength atom arrays, in which the intrinsic polarizability difference breaks in-plane symmetry. By engineering the lattice constants and detunings, the arrays exhibit polarization-dependent subradiant modes, enabling complete reflection of a specific polarization component. Leveraging this mechanism, we assemble array units as functional pixels and demonstrate a scalable polarization-selective quantum light modulator. Our work establishes a dynamically reconfigurable atomic-photonic platform for versatile subwavelength quantum optical elements.
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