Control and Stabilization of Frequency and Intensity of an External Cavity Diode Laser

We are enhancing a magneto optical trap toward collision students with ultracold atoms using frequency chirped laser light. Toward this goal, we have developed an intensity servo feedback circuit to control the intensity of the incoming laser beam and a frequency-lock control system that results in stabilization of the laser's frequency to an atomic-line. We will discuss our progress in further improving the stability of our magneto-optical trap.