High Temperature Vapor Cell for Calcium Absorption Spectroscopy

Authors

Christopher Erickson, Brigham Young University
Dr. Dallin Durfee, Brigham Young University

Keywords

vapor cell, calcium absorption spectroscopy, high temperature

College

Physical and Mathematical Sciences

Department

Physics and Astronomy

Abstract

We have designed, built, and troubleshot a unique calcium vapor cell for use in the development of a dual-species optical frequency standard with stability on the order of one part in 10-16. This vapor cell’s unique design and high temperature allow for the creation of a high-density calcium vapor for spectroscopy on the 1So – 3P1 intercombination line in calcium. The relative uncertainty of a laser wavelength locked to the 1So – 3P1 transition in calcium can reach one part in 10-13 and can then be used in tuning a second laser of a narrower line width to create the atomic clock.1

Recommended Citation

Erickson, Christopher and Durfee, Dr. Dallin (2013) "High Temperature Vapor Cell for Calcium Absorption Spectroscopy," Journal of Undergraduate Research: Vol. 2013: Iss. 1, Article 2748.
Available at: https://scholarsarchive.byu.edu/jur/vol2013/iss1/2748