Two Ways of Robust Quantum Dialogue by Using Four-Qubit Cluster State

In this paper, we present a scheme for quantum dialogue by using a four-qubit cluster state as quantum channel.The scheme has two cases: Case 1, Sender Alice and receiver Bob share information using an orderly sequence of entangled state as quantum channel which was prepared by Alice. This case is achieved as follows: The two sides agreed to encode quantum state information, then Alice perform a bell state measurement for quantum information which has been encoded. This will convey the information to Bob, then Bob measuring his own qubits, through the analysis of the measurement results of Alice and Bob, Bob can obtain quantum information. For case 2, four-qubit cluster state and quantum state information is transmitted to form a total quantum system. In the Case 2 scenario, Alice and Bob perform bell state measurements for part of the qubits, and tell the measurement result to each other through the classical channel. Finally, according to the measurement result, Alice and Bob operate an appropriate unitary transformation, as a result, Alice’s qubit will be renewed upon Bob’s measurements, and also, Bob’s qubit will be renewed upon Alice’s measurements. Thus, a bidirectional quantum dialogue is achieved. After analysis, this scheme has high security by taking certain eavesdropping attacks into account. There is therefore a certain reference value to the realization of quantum dialogue.     

Quantum computing with spin cluster qubits

We study the low energy states of finite spin chains with isotropic (Heisenberg) and anisotropic (XY and Ising-like) antiferromagnetic exchange interaction with uniform and nonuniform coupling constants. We show that for an odd number of sites a spin cluster qubit can be defined in terms of the ground state doublet. This qubit is remarkably insensitive to the placement and coupling anisotropy of spins within the cluster. One- and two-qubit quantum gates can be generated by magnetic fields and intercluster exchange, and leakage during quantum gate operation is small. Spin cluster qubits inherit the long decoherence times and short gate operation times of single spins. Control of single spins is hence not necessary for the realization of universal quantum gates.     

The Elusive Source of Quantum Speedup

We discuss two qualities of quantum systems: various correlations existing between their subsystems and the distinguishability of different quantum states. This is then applied to analysing quantum information processing. While quantum correlations, or entanglement, are clearly of paramount importance for efficient pure state manipulations, mixed states present a much richer arena and reveal a more subtle interplay between correlations and distinguishability. The current work explores a number of issues related with identifying the important ingredients needed for quantum information processing. We discuss the Deutsch-Jozsa algorithm, the Shor algorithm, the Grover algorithm and the power of a single qubit class of algorithms. In the latter, a quantity called discord is seen to be more important than entanglement. One section is dedicated to cluster states where entanglement is crucial, but its precise role is highly counter-intuitive. Here we see that the notion of distinguishability becomes a more useful concept.     

Active one-way quantum computation with two-photon four-qubit cluster states

By using 2-photon 4-qubit cluster states we demonstrate deterministic one-way quantum computation in a single qubit rotation algorithm. In this operation feed-forward measurements are automatically implemented by properly choosing the measurement basis of the qubits, while Pauli error corrections are realized by using two fast driven Pockels cells. We realized also a C-NOT gate for equatorial qubits and a C-PHASE gate for a generic target qubit. Our results demonstrate that 2-photon cluster states can be used for rapid and efficient deterministic one-way quantum computing.     

Quantum Tasks Using Symmetric Cluster States

The cluster state has its feasibility for universal quantum computations. In this paper, we show that one symmetric cluster state can be used for the teleportation of an arbitrary two-qubit state deterministically. The one takes use of generalized Bell basis measurement while the other is completed using a general projective measurement from constructed orthogonal measurement basis and the Pauli flip measurement. Moreover, this state can also be utilized for remotely preparation of a restricted two qubit state within two different quantum network topologies, the controlled and jointed forms. Finally its capability for dense coding is investigated and shown n+3 classical bits transmissions by sending only n+1 qubits.     

基于(2m+1)粒子纠缠态的任意m粒子态量子可控离物传态(英文)

提出了一个基于高维2m+1粒子纠缠态的任意m粒子态量子可控离物传态方案,发送方Alice对需传送的未知态量子系统和手中的纠缠粒子执行m个广义Bell基测量,控制方执行广义X基测量,依据预先共享量子纠缠态非定域相关性,接收方对手中的粒子执行相应的幺正操作就可以重建原来未知量子态.与其他方案相比,方案减少了任意高维多粒子态可控离物传送所需传送粒子数.我们进一步讨论了基于纯纠缠信道的概率量子可控离物传态方案,通过与发送方和控制方合作,接收方只需对手中的纠缠粒子和引入的附加粒子执行联合幺正演化和投影测量,就可以在他的粒子上概率的重建原来的未知量子态,最后,方案计算讨论了基于纯纠缠态量子可控离物传态成功概率与信道纠缠度之间的关系.     

Quantum state discrimination and enhancement by noise

Discrimination between two quantum states is addressed as a quantum detection process where a measurement with two outcomes is performed and a conclusive binary decision results about the state. The performance is assessed by the overall probability of decision error. Based on the theory of quantum detection, the optimal measurement and its performance are exhibited in general conditions. An application is realized on the qubit, for which generic models of quantum noise can be investigated for their impact on state discrimination from a noisy qubit. The quantum noise acts through random application of Pauli operators on the qubit prior to its measurement. For discrimination from a noisy qubit, various situations are exhibited where reinforcement of the action of the quantum noise can be associated with enhanced performance. Such implications of the quantum noise are analyzed and interpreted in relation to stochastic resonance and enhancement by noise in information processing.     

Controlled Teleportation of an Arbitrary Two-Particle State by One EPR Pair and Cluster State

A scheme for controlled teleportation of an arbitrary two-particle state using a maximally entangled EPR pair and a cluster state as the quantum channel is proposed. After receiving Alice's Bell state measurement results, the controller performs a joint measurement on his particles under a non-maximally entangled Bell-basis.The receiver needs to introduce an auxiliary qubit, and performs aseries of appropriate unitary transformations on his particles.
The original state can be teleported successfully with theprobability 2cos²θ.     

Bidirectional Controlled Teleportation via Six-Qubit Cluster State

We present a scheme for bidirectional controlled teleportation by using a six-qubit cluster state as quantum channel. Based on the C-not operation and single qubit measurements, Alice may transmit an arbitrary single qubit state of qubit A to Bob and Bob may transmit an arbitrary single qubit state of qubit B to Alice via the control of the supervisor Charlie.     

Quantum Teleportation of Three and Four-Qubit State Using Multi-qubit Cluster States

We provide various schemes for quantum teleportation by using the four and five qubit cluster states. Explicit protocols for the perfect quantum teleportation of three and four qubit states are illustrated. It is found that the four-qubit cluster state can be used for perfect quantum teleportation of a special form of three-qubit state and the five-qubit cluster state can be used for perfect quantum teleportation of a special form of four-qubit state.     

腔QED中超导量子干涉仪概率克隆机的物理实现

提出一个量子概率克隆机的物理实现方案,该方案首先将高Q腔中的两个超导量子干涉仪分别作为初始比特和目标比特,腔模作为测量比特,通过腔模和经典微波脉冲与超导量子干涉仪的多种相互作用实现量子概率克隆机的幺正演化;然后将腔模态映射到另一个超导量子干涉仪上,通过对该超导量子干涉仪磁通量的测量完成状态坍缩,从而以最优的成功概率实现量子态的精确克隆.本方案采用双光子拉曼共振过程加快单比特门的操作速率,并且总操作时间远小于自发辐射和腔模衰变时间,因而在实验上是可行的.     

Quantum trajectories of superconducting qubits

In this review, we discuss recent experiments that investigate how the quantum sate of a superconducting qubit evolves during measurement. We provide a pedagogical overview of the measurement process, when the qubit is dispersively coupled to a microwave frequency cavity, and the qubit state is encoded in the phase of a microwave tone that probes the cavity. A continuous measurement record is used to reconstruct the individual quantum trajectories of the qubit state, and quantum state tomography is performed to verify that the state has been tracked accurately. Furthermore, we discuss ensembles of trajectories, time-symmetric evolution, two-qubit trajectories, and potential applications in measurement-based quantum error correction.     

Quantum coherence in a one-electron semiconductor charge qubit

We study quantum coherence in a semiconductor charge qubit formed from a GaAs double quantum dot containing a single electron. Voltage pulses are applied to depletion gates to drive qubit rotations and noninvasive state readout is achieved using a quantum point contact charge detector. We measure a maximum coherence time of ～7 ns at the charge degeneracy point, where the qubit level splitting is first-order insensitive to gate voltage fluctuations. We compare measurements of the coherence time as a function of detuning with numerical simulations and predictions from a 1/f noise model.     

Probabilistic Teleportation of an Arbitrary Two-Particle State and Its Quantum Circuits

Two simple schemes for probabilistic teleportation of an arbitrary unknown two-particle state using a non-maximally entangled EPR pair and a non-maximally entangled GHZ state as quantum channels are proposed. After receiving Alice's Bell state measurement results, Bob performs a collective unitary transformation on his inherent particles without introducing the auxiliary qubit. The original state can be probabilistically teleported. Meanwhile, quantum circuits for realization of successful teleportation are also presented.     

Quantum uncertainty relations of two generalized quantum relative entropies of coherence

In this paper, we consider the quantum uncertainty relations of two generalized relative entropies of coherence based on two measurement bases. First, we give quantum uncertainty relations for pure states in a d-dimensional quantum system by making use of the majorization technique; these uncertainty relations are then generalized to mixed states. We find that the lower bounds are always nonnegative for pure states but may be negative for some mixed states. Second, the quantum uncertainty relations for single qubit states are obtained by the analytical method. We show that the lower bounds obtained by this technique are always positive for single qubit states. Third, the lower bounds obtained by the two methods described above are compared for single qubit states.     

Some Quantum States Prepared with Polynomial Quantum Circuit

The quantum state preparation involved in quantum information processing greatly depends on the quantum computer models. In this paper we give a novel scheme for some quantum states preparation without any decomposition of global quantum gates. Our circuit reduces the exponential CNOT gates to polynomial of qubit numbers, i.e., n(n?1)/2 without requirements of quantum register. And the depth is changed from the currently known exponential circuits to n blocks, or polynomial for its detailed implementation. This method is also useful for multi-level quantum systems and expected to help in designing and building large-scale quantum applications using present physical technologies.     

Coherent Preservation of Two-Qubit Quantum Entanglement in the Strong Coupling Region

The entanglement of two qubits is investigated in the range of their ultra-strongly coupling with a quantum oscillator. The two qubits are initially in four Bell states and they are under the control mechanism of the coherent state of the quantum oscillator. There are four parameters: the average number of the coherent state, the ultra-strong coupling strength, the ratio of two frequencies of qubit and oscillator, and the inter-interaction coupling of the two qubits in the mechanism, and they all are influential parameters on the entanglement of the two qubits. One Bell state |0>is easyily kept and is trivial case. The novel results show that there is one state |I₀> among the other three Bell states which the entanglement of the two qubits could be almost completely preserved. The possibility is made into reality by the appropriate choice of the four influential parameters. We give two different schemes to choose the respective parameters to maintain the entanglment of |I₀> almost undiminished. The results will be useful for the quantum information process.     

Quantum teleportation with a quantum dot single photon source

We report the experimental demonstration of a quantum teleportation protocol with a semiconductor single photon source. Two qubits, a target and an ancilla, each defined by a single photon occupying two optical modes (dual-rail qubit), were generated independently by the single photon source. Upon measurement of two modes from different qubits and postselection, the state of the two remaining modes was found to reproduce the state of the target qubit. In particular, the coherence between the target qubit modes was transferred to the output modes to a large extent. The observed fidelity is 80%, in agreement with the residual distinguishability between consecutive photons from the source. An improved version of this teleportation scheme using more ancillas is the building block of the recent Knill, Laflamme, and Milburn proposal for efficient linear optics quantum computation.     

Quantum discord and the power of one qubit

We use quantum discord to characterize the correlations present in the model called deterministic quantum computation with one quantum bit (DQC1), introduced by Knill and Laflamme [Phys. Rev. Lett. 81, 5672 (1998)10.1103/PhysRevLett.81.5672]. The model involves a collection of qubits in the completely mixed state coupled to a single control qubit that has nonzero purity. The initial state, operations, and measurements in the model all point to a natural bipartite split between the control qubit and the mixed ones. Although there is no entanglement between these two parts, we show that the quantum discord across this split is nonzero for typical instances of the DQC1 ciruit. Nonzero values of discord indicate the presence of nonclassical correlations. We propose quantum discord as figure of merit for characterizing the resources present in this computational model.     

Perfect Single Qubit Mirroring Effects on Two and Three Maximally Entangled Qubits

Perfect quantum state mirroring in a chain of N spins is defined as the condition in which the state |iof the chain is swapped into the state |N-i within a time evolution interval τ.Such a phenomenon is an interesting way of transfering entanglement.An expressions for the perfect mirroring of a single qubit contained in a spin chain were proposed in the past.We exploit such an expressions for calculating the evolution times in chains of both two and three spins.In the case of a chain of two qubits,we derive conditions under which the associated four Bell states diagonalize the Hamiltonian.It is found that for the two Bell states |Φ+and|Φ-,perfect mirroring does not occur(i.e.entanglement is not preserved under swapping).On the other hand,perfect single qubit mirror effect(entanglement preservation) indeed occurs for the other two Bell states |Ψ+and|Ψ- which are mapped into |Φ+and|Φ-respectively.For the case of a chain of three qubits,the effects of a perfect single qubit mirroring on a set of four maximally entangled three qubit states ψ1,ψ2,χ1,and χ2 are studied.Due to the fact that quantum mirroring preserves maximal entanglement,the states ψ1 and ψ2 are not altered.However,quantum mirroring changes the states χ1 and χ2 only if we apply perfect quantum state mirroring in the site a=1 of the three qubits spin chain.The above constrains the preservation of maximal entanglement under qubit mirroring of such a state.Due to the fact that swapping has already been experimentally tested,a posible experimental implementations of single qubit mirroring is possible.