Fast imaging of single photons in quantum assisted optical interferometers

Abstract

We describe a new technique of quantum astrometry, which potentially can improve the resolution of optical interferometers by orders of magnitude. The approach requires fast imaging of single photons with sub-nanosecond resolution, greatly benefiting from recent advances in photodetection technologies. We also describe results of first proof of principle measurements and lay out future plans.

arXiv commentto appear in proceedings of the International Conference on Technology and Instrumentation in Particle Physics (TIPP 2021)

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