Speaker
Dr
Christoph Affolderbach
(University of Neuchatel, LTF)
Description
Compact Rb vapor-cell atomic clocks are high-stability frequency references for applications ranging from telecommunication to satellite navigation systems. For achieving state-of-the-art clock operation, stringent requirements apply to the microwave resonator cavity used in the clock. Here we report on a compact microwave cavity produced by additive manufacturing of a polymer followed by metal coating. Using this cavity we demonstrate Rb clock operation in both the continuous-wave and pulsed Ramsey scheme [1]. The microwave field distribution inside the cavity is assessed experimentally using the Rb atomic vapor as a probe inside the cavity.
[1] Applied Physics Letters 112, 113502 (2018).
Author
Dr
Christoph Affolderbach
(University of Neuchatel, LTF)
Co-authors
Mr
William Moreno
(University of Neuchâtel, LTF)
Dr
Matthieu Pellaton
(University of Neuchâtel, LTF)
Dr
Tomislav Debogovic
(SWISSto12 SA)
Dr
Anton Evgeniev Ivanov
(EPFL-MAG)
Dr
Emile de RIjk
(SWISSto12 SA)
Prof.
Anja K. Skrivervik
(EPFL-MAG)
Prof.
Gaetano Mileti
(University of Neuchâtel)
