Spatial coherence from Nd3+ quantum emitters mediated by a plasmonic chain
Posted on 2021-07-30 - 15:21
Controlling the coherence properties of Rare Earth emitters in solid-state platforms in the absence of an optical cavity is highly desirable for quantum light-matter interfaces and photonic networks. Here, we demonstrate the possibility of generating directional and spatially coherent light from Nd3+ ions coupled to the longitudinal plasmonic mode of a chain of interacting Ag nanoparticles. The effect of the plasmonic chain on the Nd3+ emission is analyzed by Fourier microscopy, revealing the presence of an interference pattern in which the Nd3+ emission is enhanced at specific directions, as a distinctive signature of spatial coherence. Numerical simulations corroborate the need of near-field coherent coupling of the emitting ions with the plasmonic chain mode. The work provides fundamental insights for controlling the coherence properties of quantum emitters at room temperature and opens new avenues towards Rare Earth based nanoscale hybrid devices for quantum information or optical communication in nanocircuits.
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Fernández-Martínez, Javier; Carretero-Palacios, Sol; Sánchez-García, Laura; Bravo-Abad, Jorge; Molina, Pablo; van Hoof, Niels; et al. (2021). Spatial coherence from Nd3+ quantum emitters mediated by a plasmonic chain. Optica Publishing Group. Collection. https://doi.org/10.6084/m9.figshare.c.5447211.v2
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AUTHORS (9)
JF
Javier Fernández-Martínez
SC
Sol Carretero-Palacios
LS
Laura Sánchez-García
JB
Jorge Bravo-Abad
PM
Pablo Molina
Nv
Niels van Hoof
MR
Mariola Ramirez
JR
Jaime Rivas
LB
Luisa Bausa