Time-domain optics for atomic quantum matter

Abstract We investigate time-domain optics for atomic quantum matter. Within a matter-wave analog of the thin-lens formalism, we study optical lenses different shapes and refractive powers to precisely control dispersion Bose–Einstein condensates. Anharmonicities lensing potential are incorporated in formalism with decomposition center-of-mass motion expansion atoms, allowing probe micrometer resolution. By arranging two time formed by potentials an dipole trap atom-chip trap, realize magneto-optical telescope. employ this hybrid telescope manipulate aspect ratio ensembles. The experimental results compared numerical simulations that involve Gaussian shaped accommodate lens beyond harmonic approximation.