How to Count Photons Using an Atom Laser

An atom laser is similar to an optical one and is in fact a coherent beam of atoms that behaves like a wave. Though a relatively recent discovery, still in its 'infancy', this technology could soon have many practical applications, like in extremely precise measurements."When doing... [ read more >> ]

Absorption images of an Atom Laser at the phase transition.

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Image credits: Johannes Gutenberg-Universität Mainz

Absorption images of an Atom Laser at the phase transition.