Approaching the quantum-limited precision in frequency-comb-based spectral interferometry for length measurements

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Title: Approaching the quantum-limited precision in frequency-comb-based spectral interferometry for length measurements
Authors: Jang, Yoon-Soo, Ahn, Heulbi, Eom, Sunghoon, Park, Jungjae, Jin, Jonghan
Publication Year: 2025
Collection: Physics (Other)
Subject Terms: Physics - Optics, Physics - Instrumentation and Detectors
More Details: Over the last two decades, frequency combs have brought breakthroughs in length metrology with traceability to length standards. In particular, frequency-comb-based spectral interferometry is regarded as a promising technology for next-generation length standards. However, to achieve this, the nanometer-level precision inherent in laser interferometer is required. Here, we report distance measurements by a frequency-comb-based spectral interferometry with sub-nm precision close to a standard quantum limit. The measurement precision was confirmed as 0.67 nm at an averaging time of 25 us. The measurement sensitivity was found to be 4.5 10-12m/Hz1/2, close to the quantum-limit. As a practical example of observing precise physical phenomena, we demonstrated measurements of acoustic-wave-induced vibration and laser eavesdropping. Our study will be an important step toward the practical realization of upcoming length standards.
Document Type: Working Paper
Access URL: http://arxiv.org/abs/2501.10044
Accession Number: edsarx.2501.10044
Database: arXiv
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