Efficient quantum-state estimation by continuous weak measurement and dynamical control.
We demonstrate a fast, robust, and nondestructive protocol for quantum-state estimation based on continuous weak measurement in the presence of a controlled dynamical evolution. Our experiment uses optically probed atomic spins as a test bed and successfully reconstructs a range of trial states with fidelities of approximately 90%. The procedure holds promise as a practical diagnostic tool for the study of complex quantum dynamics, the testing of quantum hardware, and as a starting point for new types of quantum feedback control.
Smith
Greg A
GA
College of Optical Sciences, University of Arizona, Tucson, Arizona 85721, USA.
Silberfarb
Andrew
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Deutsch
Ivan H
IH
Jessen
Poul S
PS