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Visual assessment of multi-photon interference
Classical machine learning algorithms can provide insights on high-dimensional processes that are hardly accessible with conventional approaches. As a notable example, t-distributed Stochastic Neighbor Embedding (t-SNE) represents the state of the art for visualization of data sets of large dimensionality. An interesting question is then if this algorithm can provide useful information also in quantum experiments with very large Hilbert spaces. Leveraging these considerations, in this work we apply t-SNE to probe the spatial distribution of n-photon events in m-dimensional Hilbert spaces, showing that its findings can be beneficial for validating genuine quantum interference in boson sampling experiments. In particular, we find that nonlinear dimensionality reduction is capable to capture distinctive features in the spatial distribution of data related to multi-photon states with different evolutions. We envisage that this approach will inspire further theoretical investigations, for instance for a reliable assessment of quantum computational advantage
Measurement-induced quantum operations on multiphoton states
We investigate how multiphoton quantum states obtained through optical
parametric amplification can be manipulated by performing a measurement on a
small portion of the output light field. We study in detail how the macroqubit
features are modified by varying the amount of extracted information and the
strategy adopted at the final measurement stage. At last the obtained results
are employed to investigate the possibility of performing a
microscopic-macroscopic non-locality test free from auxiliary assumptions.Comment: 13 pages, 13 figure
Simulation of noise-assisted transport via optical cavity networks
Recently, the presence of noise has been found to play a key role in
assisting the transport of energy and information in complex quantum networks
and even in biomolecular systems. Here we propose an experimentally realizable
optical network scheme for the demonstration of the basic mechanisms underlying
noise-assisted transport. The proposed system consists of a network of coupled
quantum optical cavities, injected with a single photon, whose transmission
efficiency can be measured. Introducing dephasing in the photon path this
system exhibits a characteristic enhancement of the transport efficiency that
can be observed with presently available technology.Comment: 8 pages, 7 figures. New version with more detail
Validating multi-photon quantum interference with finite data
Multi-particle interference is a key resource for quantum information
processing, as exemplified by Boson Sampling. Hence, given its fragile nature,
an essential desideratum is a solid and reliable framework for its validation.
However, while several protocols have been introduced to this end, the approach
is still fragmented and fails to build a big picture for future developments.
In this work, we propose an operational approach to validation that encompasses
and strengthens the state of the art for these protocols. To this end, we
consider the Bayesian hypothesis testing and the statistical benchmark as most
favorable protocols for small- and large-scale applications, respectively. We
numerically investigate their operation with finite sample size, extending
previous tests to larger dimensions, and against two adversarial algorithms for
classical simulation: the Mean-Field sampler and the Metropolized Independent
Sampler. To evidence the actual need for refined validation techniques, we show
how the assessment of numerically simulated data depends on the available
sample size, as well as on the internal hyper-parameters and other practically
relevant constraints. Our analyses provide general insights into the challenge
of validation, and can inspire the design of algorithms with a measurable
quantum advantage.Comment: 10 pages, 7 figure
Benchmarking integrated photonic architectures
Photonic platforms represent a promising technology for the realization of
several quantum communication protocols and for experiments of quantum
simulation. Moreover, large-scale integrated interferometers have recently
gained a relevant role for restricted models of quantum computing, specifically
with Boson Sampling devices. Indeed, various linear optical schemes have been
proposed for the implementation of unitary transformations, each one suitable
for a specific task. Notwithstanding, so far a comprehensive analysis of the
state of the art under broader and realistic conditions is still lacking. In
the present work we address this gap, providing in a unified framework a
quantitative comparison of the three main photonic architectures, namely the
ones with triangular and square designs and the so-called fast transformations.
All layouts have been analyzed in presence of losses and imperfect control over
the reflectivities and phases of the inner structure. Our results represent a
further step ahead towards the implementation of quantum information protocols
on large-scale integrated photonic devices.Comment: 10 pages, 6 figures + 2 pages Supplementary Informatio
Is my boson sampler working?
Is it possible to assess the correct functioning of a quantum device which eludes efficient computation of the expected results? The BosonSampling protocol is one of the best candidates to experimentally demonstrate the superior computational power of quantum mechanics, but the problem of its results certification requires the development of new methodologies, when the size of the problem becomes too large for a complete classical simulation. A recent work (Walschaers et al 2016 New J. Phys. 18 032001) has provided a significant step forward in this direction, by developing a statistical test to identify particle types in a many-body interference pattern. This tool can be applied in a general scenario to assess and investigate multi-particle coherent dynamics
Quantum-enhanced multiparameter estimation in multiarm interferometers
Quantum metrology is the state-of-the-art measurement technology. It uses
quantum resources to enhance the sensitivity of phase estimation beyond what
reachable within classical physics. While single parameter estimation theory
has been widely investigated, much less is known about the simultaneous
estimation of multiple phases, which finds key applications in imaging and
sensing. In this manuscript we provide conditions of useful entanglement (among
multimode particles, qudits) for multiphase estimation and adapt them to
multiarm Mach-Zehnder interferometry. We discuss benchmark multimode Fock
states containing useful qudit entanglement and overcoming the sensitivity of
separable qudit states in three and four arm Mach-Zehnder-like interferometers
- currently within the reach of integrated photonics technology.Comment: 7+3 pages, 4+2 figure
Qubit-Programmable Operations on Quantum Light Fields
Engineering quantum operations is one of the main abilities we need for
developing quantum technologies and designing new fundamental tests. Here we
propose a scheme for realising a controlled operation acting on a travelling
quantum field, whose functioning is determined by an input qubit. This study
introduces new concepts and methods in the interface of continuous- and
discrete-variable quantum optical systems.Comment: Comments welcom
Anomalous resilient to decoherence macroscopic quantum superpositions generated by universally covariant optimal quantum cloning
We show that the quantum states generated by universal optimal quantum
cloning of a single photon represent an universal set of quantum superpositions
resilient to decoherence. We adopt Bures distance as a tool to investigate the
persistence ofquantum coherence of these quantum states. According to this
analysis, the process of universal cloning realizes a class of quantum
superpositions that exhibits a covariance property in lossy configuration over
the complete set of polarization states in the Bloch sphere.Comment: 8 pages, 6 figure
Anomalous lack of decoherence of the Macroscopic Quantum Superpositions based on phase-covariant Quantum Cloning
We show that all Macroscopic Quantum Superpositions (MQS) based on
phase-covariant quantum cloning are characterized by an anomalous high
resilence to the de-coherence processes. The analysis supports the results of
recent MQS experiments and leads to conceive a useful conjecture regarding the
realization of complex decoherence - free structures for quantum information,
such as the quantum computer.Comment: 4 pages, 3 figure
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