2024/09/02 by Anton, O., Bröckel, I., Derr, D. +21 · 2 citations
#Atomic Physics (physics.atom-ph) #FOS: Physical sciences #Instrumentation and Detectors (physics.ins-det) #Quantum Gases (cond-mat.quant-gas) #Quantum Physics (quant-ph) #Space Physics (physics.space-ph)
paper · doi:10.48550/arxiv.2409.01051
The INTENTAS project aims to develop an atomic sensor utilizing entangled Bose-Einstein condensates (BECs) in a microgravity environment. This key achievement is necessary to advance the capability for measurements that benefit from both entanglement-enhanced sensitivities and extended interrogation times. The project addresses significant challenges related to size, weight, and power management (SWaP) specific to the experimental platform at the Einstein-Elevator in Hannover. The design ensures a low-noise environment essential for the creation and detection of entanglement. Additionally, the apparatus features an innovative approach to the all-optical creation of BECs, providing a flexible system for various configurations and meeting the requirements for rapid turnaround times. Successful demonstration of this technology in the Einstein-Elevator will pave the way for a future deployment in space, where its potential applications will unlock high-precision quantum sensing.