Open AccessQuantum structures in nonlinear optics and atomic physics: a background overview
Author(s) -
L. A. Lugiato,
Gian-Luca Oppo
Publication year - 1998
Publication title -
optics express
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 1.394
H-Index - 271
ISSN - 1094-4087
DOI - 10.1364/oe.3.000060
Subject(s) - physics , nonlinear optics , quantum optics , optics , atom optics , focus (optics) , optical physics , quantum , nonlinear system , physical optics , quantum imaging , nonlinear optical , ion , quantum mechanics , quantum computer , quantum simulator , plasma
A brief overview of quantum effects in spatial structures such as nonlinear optical patterns, chains of trapped ions and atoms in optical lattices is presented. Some of the main results of the contributions to this Focus Issue are also briefly described.