Abstract
We illustrate that open quantum systems composed of neutral, ultracold atoms in one-dimensional optical lattices can exhibit behavior analogous to semiconductor electronic circuits. A correspondence is demonstrated for bosonic atoms, and the experimental requirements to realize these devices are established. The analysis follows from a derivation of a quantum master equation for this general class of open quantum systems.
- Received 22 May 2007
DOI:https://doi.org/10.1103/PhysRevLett.103.140405
©2009 American Physical Society
Synopsis
Electronics without solids
Published 28 September 2009
The atoms in an optical lattice could form the basis for a complete circuit including a diode or a transistor.
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