OpticalTrap

class OpticalTrap(atom, laser, name, options)

Bases: OpticalPotential

OpticalTrap models a focused Gaussian dipole trap.

Provides trap Depth and harmonic frequencies (AxialFrequency, RadialFrequency) derived from the GaussianBeam parameters and atomic properties.

Example:

trap = OpticalTrap(atom, gaussianBeam);
fz = trap.AxialFrequency;

Constructor Summary

OpticalTrap(atom, laser, name, options)

Construct an OpticalTrap.

Parameters:

• atom (Atom) – Atomic species

• laser (GaussianBeam) – Focused Gaussian beam

• name (string) – Optional name

Property Summary

AxialFrequency

Axial trap frequency in [Hz]

Depth

Trap depth in [Hz]

RadialFrequency

Radial trap frequency in [Hz]