Description
Book SynopsisQuantum Continuous Variables introduces the theory of continuous variable quantum systems, from its foundations based on the framework of Gaussian states to modern developments, including its applications to quantum information and forthcoming quantum technologies. This book addresses the theory of Gaussian states, operations, and dynamics in great depth and breadth, through a novel approach that embraces both the Hilbert space and phase descriptions.
The second edition of this book has been revised throughout, and updated to include new topics, such as boson sampling, coherent feedback, nonlinear control, as well as several new solved problems.
The volume includes coverage of entanglement theory and quantum information protocols, and their connection with relevant experimental set-ups. General techniques for non-Gaussian manipulations also emerge as the treatment unfolds and are demonstrated with specific case studies.
This book will
Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Introduction. Chapter 2: Quantum Mechanics: Instructions for Use. Chapter 3: Gaussian States of Continuous Variable Systems. Chapter 4: Phase Space Methods. Chapter 5: Gaussian Operations. Chapter 6: Diffusive Dynamics and Continuous Monitoring. Chapter 7: Entanglement of Continuous Variable Systems. Chapter 8: Quantum Information Protocols with Continuous Variables. Chapter 9: A Grand Tour of Continuous Variable Platforms. Appendix A: A Note on Fermions. Appendix B: Some Notable Facts About the Symplectic Group. Appendix C: The Wiener Process. Appendix D: Selected Mathematical Lore on Quantum Channels. Appendix E: Classical and Quantum Estimation Bounds. References. Index.
