Discussing Exciting Topics in Quantum Optics

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This discussion centers on the diverse topics within the field of quantum optics, highlighting key areas such as entanglement, squeezed light, and single photon sources. Participants mention significant concepts like resonance fluorescence, atomic cavity QED, and the Hong-Ou-Mandel dip, which is noted as a particularly fascinating experiment. The conversation also touches on the recent achievement of transferring 1 terabit using fiber-optical cables, although it is clarified that this is not directly related to quantum optics.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of quantum entanglement
  • Familiarity with atomic cavity quantum electrodynamics (QED)
  • Knowledge of photon antibunching and its implications
  • Basic concepts of fiber-optical communication
NEXT STEPS
  • Research the Hong-Ou-Mandel dip experiment
  • Explore the principles of squeezed light in quantum optics
  • Study semiconductor quantum electrodynamics (QED)
  • Investigate cavity optomechanics and its applications
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Students, researchers, and professionals in the fields of quantum physics and optical engineering, particularly those interested in the latest advancements and foundational concepts in quantum optics.

Niles
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Hi all.

What topics do you find exciting in quantum optics? The reason why I am asking that I have to do an essay about a subject in quantum optics, and I would like to get a feel of the different topics in this area.

I have recently heard of scientists who have succeeded in transferring 1 Tb (terabit) using fibre-optical cables. Is this related to quantum optics?

Thanks for your input.

Regards.
 
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Quantum optics is a wide field, ranging from entanglement over squeezed light towards single photon sources identified by photon antibunching. The range of topics considered to be quantum optics widened over the years. It started with resonance fluorescence, the quantum theory of optical coherence and atomic cavity QED. Meanwhile also semiconductor QED, semiconductor single photon sources and cavity optomechanics can be considered quantum optics. If you just want to hear my favorite effect in quantum optics, I would vote for the Hong-Ou-Mandel dip. This is a simple, yet astonishing and beautiful experiment.

Niles said:
I have recently heard of scientists who have succeeded in transferring 1 Tb (terabit) using fibre-optical cables. Is this related to quantum optics?

Not necessarily.
 
Hi

Thank you for replying. I will read about the Hong-Ou-Mandel dip.


Cthugha said:
Not necessarily.

Can it be explained by Q.M.?
 

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