A smooth, holographically generated ring trap for the investigation of superfluidity in ultracold atoms

Graham D. Bruce, James Mayoh, Giuseppe Smirne, Lara Torralbo-Campo, Donatella Cassettari

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Abstract

We discuss the suitability of holographically generated optical potentials for the investigation of superfluidity in ultracold atoms. By using a spatial light modulator and a feedback enabled algorithm, we generate a smooth ring with variable bright regions that can be dynamically rotated to stir ultracold atoms and induce superflow. We also comment on its future integration into a cold atom experiment.

Original languageEnglish
Article number014008
Number of pages5
JournalPhysica Scripta. Topical Issues
VolumeT143
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 21 Feb 2011

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