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Introduction to Term 2 Lab
Mike Tarbutt
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There are three lab modules:
1. Quantum interference of photons
2. Magneto-optical trapping of Rb
3. Tools of ultrafast physics
Each lab module lasts for 2 weeks: 4 sessions of 3 hoursThere’s a 1 week break between lab modules: write a report
Organization
Next Tuesday:• Come to my office (Blackett 207) at 9am to meet with demonstrators• Bring laptops• Bring something for record keeping
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Lab 1: Quantum interference of photons
• Generate photon pairs by spontaneous parametric down conversion
• Study the photon statistics
• Observe and analyze quantum interference via the Hong-Ou-Mandel dip
Demonstrator: Alex Clark
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Lab 2: Magneto-optical trapping of Rb
• Observe Doppler-free spectroscopy signals in room temperature Rb vapour
• Use this to accurately tune and lock the frequencies of the two lasers
• Make ultracold Rb in a magneto-optical trap
Demonstrator: Iain Barr
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Lab 3: Tools of ultrafast physics
This lab is split into two parts.You’ll do the first part one week, the second part the next
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Lab 3a: Femtosecond laser pulse characterisation
• Build an autocorrelator to measure a 40fs pulse
• Modify the setup for complete retrieval of the amplitude and phase of the pulse
Demonstrators: Thomas Barillot, Dane Austin
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Lab 3b: Attosecond photoelectron spectroscopy
• Learn how to use a time-of-flight photoelectron spectrometer
• Record a time-of-flight photoelectron spectrum
• Understand how the spectrum maps to the density of states
Demonstrator: Will Okell
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Safety
• You MUST complete the online laser safety training course
• You MUST complete the laser user registration form
• You MUST read and follow safety guidance given in the scripts and manuals
• You MUST read and follow all procedures in the safety documentation for each lab module
• Only work in the labs during the timetabled sessions (unless agreed with the demonstrator)
• If you’re unsure about anything, ask the demonstrator
• Don’t be afraid, but do be careful
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Assessment• Each lab module is assessed separately• 50% continuous assessment • 50% lab report
The report:• Keep it short. 2-3 pages of text + figures and graphs is enough.• Focus on what you did, the results and their analysis, comparison to theory, conclusions.• These are experimental labs - don’t fill the report deriving theoretical results. You can
quote any standard text-book results you need.• Submission deadlines are 5pm on Friday of the “no lab weeks” ( 13th Feb, 6th Mar, 2th Mar)• Send directly to demonstrators for marking.
The continuous assessment:• Work carefully, intelligently, productively• Good team work• Problem-solving skills• Good attitude to experimental work• Good record keeping
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Everything is new!
Enjoy yourselves
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