402-0533-00L  Quantum Acoustics and Optomechanics

SemesterSpring Semester 2021
LecturersY. Chu
Periodicitytwo-yearly recurring course
CourseDoes not take place this semester.
Language of instructionEnglish



Courses

NumberTitleHoursLecturers
402-0533-00 VQuantum Acoustics and Optomechanics
Does not take place this semester.
2 hrsY. Chu
402-0533-00 UQuantum Acoustics and Optomechanics
Does not take place this semester.
1 hrsY. Chu

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AbstractThis course gives an introduction to the interaction of mechanical motion with electromagnetic fields in the quantum regime. There are parallels between the quantum descriptions of mechanical resonators, electrical circuits, and light, but each system also has its own unique properties. We will explore how interfacing them can be useful for technological applications and fundamental science.
ObjectiveThe goal of this course is provide the introductory knowledge necessary to understand current research in quantum acoustics and optomechanics. As part of this goal, we will also cover some related aspects of acoustics, quantum optics, and circuit/cavity quantum electrodynamics.
ContentThe focus of this course will be on the properties of and interactions between mechanical and electromagnetic systems in the context of quantum information and technologies. We will only briefly touch upon precision measurement and sensing with optomechanics since it is the topic of another course (227-0653-00L). Some topics that will be covered are:
- Mechanical motion and acoustics in solid state materials
- Quantum description of motion, electrical circuits, and light.
- Different models for quantum interactions: optomechanical, Jaynes-Cummings, etc.
- Mechanisms for mechanical coupling to electromagnetic fields: piezoelectricity, electrostriction, radiation pressure, etc.
- Coherent interactions vs. dissipative processes: phenomenon and applications in different regimes.
- State-of the art electromechanical and optomechanical systems.
Lecture notesNotes will be provided for each lecture.
LiteratureParts of books and research papers will be used.
Prerequisites / NoticeBasic knowledge of quantum mechanics would be highly useful.

Performance assessment

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Performance assessment as a semester course
ECTS credits6 credits
ExaminersY. Chu
Typegraded semester performance
Language of examinationEnglish
RepetitionRepetition only possible after re-enrolling for the course unit.
Additional information on mode of examinationAssessment for the course will take the form of graded homeworks and a seminar-style oral presentation at the end of the semester. Possible topics for the presentation will be distributed around the middle of the semester.

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ProgrammeSectionType
Doctoral Department of PhysicsDoctoral and Post-Doctoral CoursesWInformation
Physics MasterSelection: Solid State PhysicsWInformation
Quantum Engineering MasterElectivesWInformation