Three-dimensional effects in atom diodes: Atom-optical devices for one-way motion

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Abstract

The atom diode is a laser device that lets the ground-state atom pass in one direction but not in the opposite direction. We examine three-dimensional effects of that device for arbitrary atomic incidence angles on flat laser sheets, and set breakdown limiting angles and velocities. It is found that a correct diodic behavior, independent of the incident angle, can be obtained with blue-detuned lasers.

Original languageEnglish
Article number013619
JournalPhysical Review A - Atomic, Molecular, and Optical Physics
Volume76
Issue number1
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 18 Jul 2007
Externally publishedYes

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