KOAQS

Compact Atomic Source for Quantum Sensors

For many quantum technology applications and some future scenarios of QVLS-iLabs, laser-cooled atoms play an important role – whether in portable atomic clocks or in atom interferometry. But where do the atoms required for this come from, and will quantum technology non-experts soon also be able to operate such an atomic source?

The KOAQs project is researching answers to these questions. Within the framework of KOAQS, a demonstrator of a compact and robust atomic source for ultracold, neutral atoms is being developed as a turnkey component for quantum technology applications. With a fiber-based laser connection, a newly developed robust atom oven and easy adaptation to different types of atoms, simple use in science and industry without extensive adjustment should become possible.

This project has been successfully completed.

Project Partner

DLR Institut für Satellitengeodäsie und Inertialsensorik (DLR-SI)

VACOM Vakuum Komponenten & Messtechnik GmbH

Leibniz Universität Hannover

Contact Person

Dr. Jens Kruse

DLR Institut für Satellitengeodäsie und Inertialsensorik (DLR-SI)