DCQE - inserting eraser after s is detected

In summary, the conversation discusses an experiment where the eraser is in the path of a photon before being detected, and later encountering a polarizer. The question is posed about inserting the polarizer after detection and whether it would change the results. A link is provided for reference and it is noted that the interference pattern is still present, suggesting that the erasure measurement affects the behavior of the photons. The conversation ends with a quote from Niels Bohr about understanding quantum mechanics.
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San K
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In the below experiment the eraser is in the path of p-photon before s is detected.

Then s is detected and then p photon encounters the polarizer and then Dp.

If we were to insert the polarizer after s is detected, would the pattern/results change? relative to just keeping the polarizer in the path all the time...as in the experiment below

Please see the link and the section referred to below:

http://grad.physics.sunysb.edu/~amarch/ Next the erasure measurement is performed. Before photon p can encounter the polarizer, s will be detected. Yet it is found that the interference pattern is still restored. It seems photon s knows the "which-way" marker has been erased and that the interference behavior should be present again, without a secret signal from photon p.
 
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Niels Bohr famously said:
"If quantum mechanics hasn't profoundly shocked you, you haven't understood it yet."

In this spirit, I would add:
"If delayed choice quantum eraser shocked you more than the rest of quantum mechanics, you haven't understood quantum mechanics yet."
 

1. What is DCQE?

DCQE stands for "detecting and correcting quantum errors." It is a method used in quantum computing to identify and fix errors that occur during computation.

2. What is the purpose of inserting an eraser after s is detected in DCQE?

The eraser is used to remove the errors that have been detected in the quantum system. By correcting these errors, the accuracy of the computation can be improved.

3. How does DCQE detect errors in quantum computing?

DCQE uses a combination of classical and quantum error correction codes to detect errors in the quantum system. These codes analyze the state of the qubits and identify any errors that may have occurred during computation.

4. Can DCQE completely eliminate errors in quantum computing?

No, DCQE can only correct errors up to a certain threshold. Beyond that threshold, the errors become too numerous and complex to be corrected. However, DCQE can significantly reduce the number of errors and improve the overall accuracy of the computation.

5. Are there any limitations to using DCQE?

One limitation of DCQE is that it requires additional resources and time to implement, which can impact the speed of the computation. Additionally, DCQE is not able to correct all types of errors, so it is important to use other error correction methods in conjunction with DCQE for optimal results.

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