Abstract
The unusual features of quantum mechanics are enabling the development of technologies not possible with classical physics. These devices utilize nonclassical phenomena in the states of atoms, ions, and solid-state media as the basis for many prototypes. Here we investigate molecular states as a distinct alternative. We demonstrate a memory for light based on storing photons in the vibrations of hydrogen molecules. The THz-bandwidth molecular memory is used to store 100-fs pulses for durations up to , enabling operational time bins. The results demonstrate the promise of molecules for constructing compact ultrafast quantum photonic technologies.
- Received 6 May 2013
DOI:https://doi.org/10.1103/PhysRevLett.111.083901
Published by the American Physical Society
Synopsis
Molecular Memory for Light
Published 19 August 2013
Hydrogen molecules act as a fast and efficient memory storage for light pulses.
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