Abstract
The application of quantum optics to spatial measurements with continuous-wave laser beams is discussed. In particular, we summarize the work on measuring small displacements and tilt. We present the required theoretical multi-mode model and discuss how it applies to split detectors and spatial homodyne detectors. We show how spatial measurements can be improved using squeezed light. Finally, we present a demonstration of improved spatial homodyne measurements using squeezed light in a higher order spatial mode.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 597-611 |
| Number of pages | 15 |
| Journal | Journal of Modern Optics |
| Volume | 53 |
| Issue number | 5-6 |
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| Publication status | Published - 20 Mar 2006 |