Abstract

We realize a single-band 2D Bose-Hubbard system with Rb atoms in an optical lattice and measure the condensate fraction as a function of lattice depth, crossing from the superfluid to the Mott-insulating phase. We quantitatively identify the location of the superfluid to normal transition by observing when the condensed fraction vanishes. Our measurement agrees with recent quantum Monte Carlo calculations for a finite-sized 2D system to within experimental uncertainty.

Publication Details
Publication Type
Journal Article
Year of Publication
2008
Volume
100
DOI
10.1103/PhysRevLett.100.120402
Journal
Physical Review Letters
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