Lateral Force on Atoms Using Quantum Metasurface
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2023-09-30
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This study represents an exploration, into the field of quantum metasurfaces, which usetheircharacteristics to demonstrate how atoms move across surfaces. Scientists have been strivingtomanipulate atoms at the forefront of quantum research. This study represents a significant steptowards understanding the mysteries of atomic scale quantum dynamics. The proposed quantummetasurface utilizes nanoscale engineering and special metamaterials to control the motionofatoms. By leveraging quantum superposition and entanglement principles the metasurface actsasa platform for orchestrating atom movement. To manipulate atoms on the metasurface, cuttingedge techniques like scanning tunneling microscopy (STM) and laser cooling methods areemployed in this research. The engineered properties of the metasurface create landscapes that guide atoms along paths showcasing its ability to direct motion with exceptional accuracy. Thisresearch not demonstrates progress in nanotechnology and quantum engineering. Also opensupnew possibilities for applications in areas such as quantum computing, sensing andprecisemanipulation of materials. The ability to control the movement of atoms at the quantumlevel holds potential, for designing quantum devices and exploring fundamental principles governingquantum mechanics. Moreover the research showcases the potential of utilizing quantummetasurfaces as a means to investigate and comprehend quantum phenomena on a deeper level. This report showcases a quantum metasurface built using Zinc, Copper, and Nickel atoms, withaHelium atom adsorbate. Quantum ESPRESSO and COMSOL Multiphysics were the mainsoftware. The results obtained are less than ideal but do indicate it is possible to generate a lateral force using this quantum metasurface model. Insights gained from this research contribute tothegrowing body of knowledge aimed at harnessing the unique behaviors of quantumsystems forpractical applications, pushing the boundaries of what is achievable in the fascinating realmofquantum science.
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Electrical and Computer Engineering
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North South University