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Weak-force sensing with squeezed optomechanics

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We investigate quantum-squeezing-enhanced weak-force sensing via a nonlinear optomechanical resonator containing a movable mechanical mirror and an optical parametric amplifier (OPA). Herein, we determined that tuning the OPA parameters can considerably suppress quantum noise and substantially enhance force sensitivity, enabling the device to extensively surpass the standard quantum limit. This indicates that under realistic experimental conditions, we can achieve ultrahigh-precision quantum force sensing by harnessing nonlinear optomechanical devices.

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This work was supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (NSFC) (Grant Nos. 11474087, and 11774086), the Key Program of NSFC (Grant No. 11935006), and the HuNU Program for Talented Youth.

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Zhao, W., Zhang, SD., Miranowicz, A. et al. Weak-force sensing with squeezed optomechanics. Sci. China Phys. Mech. Astron. 63, 224211 (2020). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11433-019-9451-3

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