Abstract
We demonstrate a magneto-optical trap (MOT) in close vicinity to a surface. Although trapped atoms approach the reflecting surface to within 100 nm, their temperature and density are not seriously affected compared to a standard MOT.
© 1997 Optical Society of America
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