Vectorial light–matter interaction: Exploring spatially structured complex light fields
Jinwen Wang, Francesco Castellucci, Sonja Franke‐Arnold
Abstract
Research on spatially structured light has seen an explosion in activity over the past decades, powered by technological advances for generating such light and driven by questions of fundamental science as well as engineering applications. In this review, the authors highlight their work on the interaction of vector light fields with atoms, and matter in general. This vibrant research area explores the full potential of light, with clear benefits for classical as well as quantum applications.
Topics & Concepts
Light fieldWork (physics)QuantumComputer scienceData sciencePhysicsArtificial intelligenceQuantum mechanicsCold Atom Physics and Bose-Einstein CondensatesOrbital Angular Momentum in OpticsQuantum optics and atomic interactions