Single-photon frequency conversion via a giant $\Lambda$-type atom

Abstract

We study single-photon scattering via a giant $\Lambda$-type atom, where both atomic transitions are coupled with the modes of a single waveguide at two separated points. The giant-atom structure introduces phase-dependent interference effects to both elastic (frequency-preserving) and inelastic (frequency-converting) scattering processes, which modify the corresponding decay rates (as well as the transition frequencies) such that the giant atom is capable of accessing the various limits of a small one. The condition of the optimal frequency conversion is also identified and shown to be phase dependent. Moreover, we consider the combination of the giant-atom interference and the Sagnac quantum interference by further inserting a Sagnac interferometer at each of the coupling points. It is shown that the two kinds of interference effects are compatible and play independent roles, such that efficient frequency conversion with unit efficiency can be achieved in addition to the phase-dependent phenomena induced by the giant-atom structure.

arXiv comment9 pages, 5 figures

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