@article{2001-schrader-meschede-appl-phys-b-v73-p819, Abstract = {Using optical dipole forces we have realized controlled transport of a single or any desired small number of neutral atoms over a distance of a centimeter with sub-micrometer precision. A standing wave dipole trap is loaded with a prescribed number of cesium atoms from a magneto-optical trap. Mutual detuning of the counter-propagating laser beams moves the interference pattern, allowing us to accelerate and stop the atoms at preselected points along the standing wave. The transportation efficiency is close to 100%. This optical "single-atom conveyor belt" represents a versatile tool for future experiments requiring deterministic delivery of a prescribed number of atoms on demand.}, Author = {Schrader, D. AND Kuhr, S. AND Alt, W. AND Müller, M. AND Gomer, V. AND Meschede, D.}, Journal = {Appl. Phys. B}, Pages = {819}, Title = {{An optical conveyor belt for single neutral atoms}}, Volume = {73}, Year = {2001} }