Searches for ultralight vector and axion dark matter with KAGRA
Yuta Michimura, Takumi Fujimori, Hiroki Fujimoto, Tomohiro Fujita,, Kentaro Komori, Jun'ya Kume, Yusuke Manita, Soichiro Morisaki, Koji Nagano,, Atsushi Nishizawa, Ippei Obata, Yuka Oshima, Hinata Takidera
TL;DR
This paper explores using the KAGRA gravitational wave detector to search for ultralight vector and axion dark matter, proposing new detection methods and reporting initial results from 2020 data and upcoming plans.
Contribution
It introduces novel detection techniques for ultralight dark matter using gravitational wave detectors and reports the first search results with KAGRA data.
Findings
First vector dark matter search with KAGRA data in 2020
Implementation of polarization optics for axion dark matter detection
Preparation for upcoming 2025 search run
Abstract
We have proposed using laser interferometric gravitational wave detectors to search for ultralight vector and axion dark matter. Vector dark matter can be probed through oscillating forces on suspended mirrors, while axion dark matter can be detected via oscillating polarization rotation of laser beams. This paper reviews these searches with the KAGRA detector in Japan, including the first vector dark matter search with KAGRA's 2020 data and installation of polarization optics for axion dark matter search during the upcoming 2025 observing run.
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Taxonomy
TopicsDark Matter and Cosmic Phenomena · Astronomy and Astrophysical Research · Galaxies: Formation, Evolution, Phenomena