Optical lattice

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Simulation of an optical lattice potential

An optical lattice is formed by using counterpropagating laser beams to create a periodic (in space) intensity pattern. The resulting periodic potential can then be used to trap neutral atoms via the Stark shift. This system of trapped atoms resembles a crystal in the sense that the atoms are localized periodically in space.

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