Answers are grounded in this paper and cite their sources.
The coupling of a levitated submicron particle and an optical cavity field promises access to a unique parameter regime both for macroscopic quantum experiments and for high-precision force sensing. We report a demonstration of such controlled interactions by cavity cooling the center-of-mass motion of an optically trapped submicron particle. This paves the way for a light-matter interface that can enable room-temperature quantum experiments with mesoscopic mechanical systems.
No takes yet. Share an insight, caveat, or question.
Kiesel et al. (2013) studied this question.
Synapse has enriched 10 related papers. Consider them for comparative context: