Objectif Recently, it has been shown theoretically that strongly non-paraxial Bessel beams can exert an optical force on a particle that drags the latter towards the light source. However, an experimental verification of the existence of an optical drag force (ODF) with Bessel beams is very challenging. In the first subproject, we therefore propose to theoretically investigate the possibility of realizing an ODF acting on particles in the evanescent field of highly non-paraxial modes sustained by high-index optical nanofibers. Nanofiber modes are promising candidates for such investigations because they can exhibit wormhole regions with negative Poynting vector in their evanescent field. Moreover, a possible ODF could be straightforwardly demonstrated because the mode might provide both the tractor force and a gradient force that automatically traps the particles in the region with a backward force. Beyond the fundamental interest of demonstrating an ODF, its implementation with nanofiber modes may find important applications in both science and technology.In the second subproject, we propose to theoretically investigate cavity quantum electrodynamical (CQED) effects for an ensemble of fiber-trapped atoms coupled to a nanofiber-based cavity (NFC). Due to the strong lateral confinement of the NFC mode, the CQED effects prevail even if the NFC finesse is moderate (∼100) and the resonator is comparatively long (∼10 cm). Such NFCs have recently been demonstrated experimentally. Moreover, cold neutral atoms have recently been trapped and optically interfaced in the evanescent field surrounding optical nanofibers. It is therefore very timely highly appealing to consider the combination of NFCs with such nanofiber-trapped atoms. We will therefore establish the theoretical framework for the novel system and explore its potential for controlling the flow of light and for light-light interaction at the single quantum level. Champ scientifique natural sciencesphysical sciencesastronomyplanetary sciencescelestial mechanics Programme(s) FP7-PEOPLE - Specific programme "People" implementing the Seventh Framework Programme of the European Community for research, technological development and demonstration activities (2007 to 2013) Thème(s) FP7-PEOPLE-2012-IIF - Marie Curie Action: "International Incoming Fellowships" Appel à propositions FP7-PEOPLE-2012-IIF Voir d’autres projets de cet appel Régime de financement MC-IIF - International Incoming Fellowships (IIF) Coordinateur WOLFGANG PAULI INSTITUT Contribution de l’UE € 248 379,60 Adresse OSKAR MORGENSTERN PLATZ 1 1090 Wien Autriche Voir sur la carte Région Ostösterreich Wien Wien Type d’activité Research Organisations Contact administratif Stefanie Preuss (Ms.) Liens Contacter l’organisation Opens in new window Site web Opens in new window Coût total Aucune donnée Participants (1) Trier par ordre alphabétique Trier par contribution de l’UE Tout développer Tout réduire TECHNISCHE UNIVERSITAET WIEN Participation terminée Autriche Contribution de l’UE Aucune donnée Adresse KARLSPLATZ 13 1040 Wien Voir sur la carte Région Ostösterreich Wien Wien Type d’activité Higher or Secondary Education Establishments Contact administratif Stephan Schneider (Dr.) Liens Contacter l’organisation Opens in new window Site web Opens in new window Coût total Aucune donnée
