High resolution two-dimensional atomic microscopy via superposition of three probe coherences and three standing wave fields

We theoretically investigate two-dimensional (2D) atomic microscopy by the superposition of three probe coherences and three standing-wave fields in a five-level atomic system. For the first time, we use such a unique configuration for the precise atomic microscopy. Under suitable conditions, the localization behavior is improved significantly having maximum probability. We reveal multiple localized peaks in a single wavelength domain through the absorption spectrum of the weak probe fields. We theoretically obtain the high-resolution and high-precision 2D atomic microscopy with 100% localization probability in a specific region of 2D space. The spatial resolution of the atom is enhanced in the proposed atomic system with significant probability and minimum uncertainty. The results might have vital role in laser cooling and trapping of neutral atoms and nano-lithography.

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Theoretical investigation of two-dimensional atomic microscopy using a unique configuration of three probe coherences and three standing-wave fields in a five-level atomic system reveals significantly improved localization behavior and multiple localized peaks in a single wavelength domain. High-resolution and high-precision 2D atomic microscopy with 100% localization probability in a specific region of 2D space is theoretically achieved in this proposed atomic system, which may have important implications in laser cooling, trapping of neutral atoms, and nano-lithography.