Optimized geometries for future generation optical lattice clocks

Abstract

Atoms deeply trapped in magic wavelength optical lattices provide a Doppler- and collision-free dense ensemble of quantum emitters ideal for high precision spectroscopy. Thus, they are the basis of some of the best optical clock setups to date. However, despite their minute optical dipole moments the inherent long range dipole-dipole interactions in such lattices generate line shifts, dephasing and modified decay. We show that in a perfectly filled lattice these effects are resonantly enhanced depending on lattice constant, lattice geometry and excitation scheme inducing clock shifts of many atomic linewidths and reducing measurement precision via superradiance. However, under optimal conditions collective effects can be exploited to yield zero effective shifts and prolong dipole lifetimes beyond the single atom decay. In particular we identify 2D hexagonal or square lattices with lattice constants below the optical wavelength as most promising configurations for an accuracy and precision well below the independent ensemble limit. This geometry should also be an ideal basis for related applications such as superradiant lasers, precision magnetometry or long lived quantum memories.

arXiv comment9 pages (5 + 4 supplement), 10 figures (5+5)

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