DOI | Resolve DOI: https://doi.org/10.1103/PhysRevLett.111.083901 |
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Author | Search for: Bustard, P.J.1; Search for: Lausten, R.1; Search for: England, D.G.1; Search for: Sussman, B.J.1 |
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Affiliation | - National Research Council of Canada
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Format | Text, Article |
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Subject | Classical physics; Hydrogen molecule; Molecular memory; Molecular state; Physical societies; Quantum photonics; Ultra-fast; Bandwidth; Light; Quantum theory; Molecules |
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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 ∼1 ns, enabling ∼104 operational time bins. The results demonstrate the promise of molecules for constructing compact ultrafast quantum photonic technologies. Published by the American Physical Society. |
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Publication date | 2013 |
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Language | English |
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Peer reviewed | Yes |
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NPARC number | 21270736 |
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Record identifier | 6869ca0e-1204-43b4-b312-dbdd17202b47 |
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Record created | 2014-02-17 |
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Record modified | 2020-04-22 |
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