Simulating the Three-Dimensional Image of Cold Atomic Cloud

Guang Pu Xue Yu Guang Pu Fen Xi. 2016 Dec;36(12):4130-4.

Abstract

We propose a scheme for accurately simulating of the three-dimensional image of cold atomic cloud, which is more intuitive and stereoscopic than former two-dimensional image by probe laser. We have realized simulating of cold atomic cloud. The number of trapped atoms is about 10(8). The atomic cloud is about the geometric three-dimensional shape. Tri-axial ellipsoid with distinct semi-axis lengths R(x)=1.06 mm, R(y)=1.06 mm, R(z)=0.57 mm, and the three-dimensional image of cold atomic cloud was simulated for the first time.