Optical pumping and modulation techniques with a molecular Ramsey–Bordé interferometer

Abstract.

Using the example of a matter-wave interferometer with K₂ molecules, we present different methods to simplify the observed interference structures within a hyperfine pattern for improving phase measurements of the interference structure. We consider optical pumping for depletion of specific components to simplify the observed spectra. In connection with a lock-in amplifier, amplitude modulation as well as frequency modulation of laser beams in the interferometer are investigated for better detection of the interference pattern. As a follow-up treatment, digital filtering is demonstrated.