Holographic generation of microtrap arrays for single atoms by use of a programmable phase modulator

We have generated multiple micrometer-sized optical dipole traps for neutral atoms using holographic techniques with a programmable liquid-crystal spatial light modulator. The setup allows storing of a single atom per trap and addressing and manipulation of individual trapping sites.

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