402-0533-00L Quantum Acoustics and Optomechanics
| Semester | Spring Semester 2021 |
| Lecturers | Y. Chu |
| Periodicity | two-yearly recurring course |
| Course | Does not take place this semester. |
| Language of instruction | English |
Courses
| Number | Title | Hours | Lecturers | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 402-0533-00 V | Quantum Acoustics and Optomechanics Does not take place this semester. | 2 hrs | Y. Chu | |
| 402-0533-00 U | Quantum Acoustics and Optomechanics Does not take place this semester. | 1 hrs | Y. Chu |
Catalogue data
| Abstract | This 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. |
| Objective | The 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. |
| Content | The 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 notes | Notes will be provided for each lecture. |
| Literature | Parts of books and research papers will be used. |
| Prerequisites / Notice | Basic knowledge of quantum mechanics would be highly useful. |
Performance assessment
| Performance assessment information (valid until the course unit is held again) | |
Performance assessment as a semester course | |
| ECTS credits | 6 credits |
| Examiners | Y. Chu |
| Type | graded semester performance |
| Language of examination | English |
| Repetition | Repetition only possible after re-enrolling for the course unit. |
| Additional information on mode of examination | Assessment 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. |
Learning materials
| No public learning materials available. | |
| Only public learning materials are listed. |
Groups
| No information on groups available. |
Restrictions
| There are no additional restrictions for the registration. |
Offered in
| Programme | Section | Type | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Doctoral Department of Physics | Doctoral and Post-Doctoral Courses | W |  |
| Physics Master | Selection: Solid State Physics | W | |
| Quantum Engineering Master | Electives | W | |