The coherent transduction of information between microwave and optical domains is a
fundamental building block for future quantum networks. A promising way to bridge these …

Optomechanical systems using a membrane-in-the-middle configuration can exhibit a long-
range type of interaction similar to how atoms show collective motion in an optical potential …

We present a highly reflective, sub-wavelength-thick membrane resonator featuring high
mechanical quality factor and discuss its applicability for cavity optomechanics. The 88.5 nm …

Soft-clamped silicon nitride membrane resonators are capable of coherence times τ
exceeding 100 ms at millikelvin bath temperatures. However, harnessing strong …

As the field of optomechanics advances, quadratic dispersive coupling (QDC) represents an
increasingly feasible path toward qualitatively new functionality. However, the leading QDC …

Quantum simulations provide means to probe challenging problems within controllable
quantum systems. However, implementing or simulating deep-strong nonlinear couplings …

We describe curved-mirror Fabry-Perot cavities with embedded silicon nitride membranes,
fabricated using a monolithic surface-micromachining process. The presence of the …

Position measurements of mechanical oscillators underpin experiments spanning from
applied nanoscale sensing to endeavors aiming to resolve open fundamental problems of …

Thermal noise is a major obstacle to observing quantum behavior in macroscopic systems.
To mitigate its effect, quantum optomechanical experiments are typically performed in a …

We theoretically study an optomechanical system which consists of a two-sided cavity and a
mechanical membrane that is placed outside of it. The membrane is positioned close to one …