Forbidden transitions to atomic Rydberg states in optical collisions

The first observation of forbidden atomic absorptions to Rydberg final states in laser-assisted single-collision processes is reported. These free-free transitions, which occur at unusually low laser power densities, are characterized by narrow absorption line widths. (Author)

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Published in:	Physical review letters Vol. 57; no. 13; pp. 1562 - 1565
Main Authors:	BURKHARDT, C. E, CIOCCA, M, GARVER, W. P, LEVENTHAL, J. J, KELLEY, J. D
Format:	Journal Article
Language:	English
Published:	Ridge, NY American Physical Society 29-09-1986
Subjects:	Atomic and molecular collision processes and interactions Atomic and molecular physics Exact sciences and technology Physics Scattering of atoms, molecules and ions Sodium Atoms Radiation assisted collision Laser beam Spectral line profile Electronically excited state Rydberg state Excitation Experimental study Atom atom collision Forbidden transition
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Summary:	The first observation of forbidden atomic absorptions to Rydberg final states in laser-assisted single-collision processes is reported. These free-free transitions, which occur at unusually low laser power densities, are characterized by narrow absorption line widths. (Author)
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ISSN:	0031-9007 1079-7114
DOI:	10.1103/PhysRevLett.57.1562