Since 2020, aggregated from related topics
Quantum optomechanics is a research field that explores the interaction between light and mechanical systems at the quantum level. It involves studying the fundamental principles governing the interactions between light and mechanical vibrations, or "phonons", in nanoscale devices. By leveraging these interactions, researchers aim to manipulate and control the quantum states of mechanical systems, potentially enabling new applications in quantum information processing, sensing, and precision measurements. Overall, quantum optomechanics seeks to explore the boundaries of quantum physics by studying the intricate interplay between light and motion at the smallest scales.