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We derive the life time and loss rate for a trapped atom that is coupled to fluctuating fields in the vicinity of a room-temperature metallic and/or dielectric surface. Our results indicate a clear predominance of near-field effects over ordinary blackbody radiation. We develop a theoretical framework for both charged ions and neutral atoms with and without spin. Loss processes that are due to a transition to an untrapped internal state are included.
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Received: 28 June 1999 / Revised version: 4 October 1999 / Published online: 10 November 1999
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Henkel, C., Pötting, S. & Wilkens, M. Loss and heating of particles in small and noisy traps. Appl Phys B 69, 379–387 (1999). https://doi.org/10.1007/s003400050823
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s003400050823