Verifying hierarchical network nonlocality in general quantum networks

Recently, a class of innovative notions on quantum network nonlocality(QNN), called full quantum network nonlocality(FQNN), have been proposed in Phys. Rev. Lett. 128 010403(2022). As the generalization of full network nonlocality(FNN), l-level quantum network nonlocality(l-QNN) was defined in arxiv. 2306.15717 quant-ph(2024). FQNN is a NN that can be generated only from a network with all sources being non-classical. This is beyond the existing standard network nonlocality, which may be generated from a network with only a non-classical source. One of the challenging tasks is to establish corresponding Bell-like inequalities to demonstrate the FQNN or l-QNN. Up to now, the inequality criteria for FQNN and l-QNN have only been established for star and chain networks. In this paper, we devote ourselves to establishing Bell-like inequalities for networks with more complex structures. Note that star and chain networks are special kinds of tree-shaped networks. We first establish the Bell-like inequalities for verifying l-QNN in k-forked tree-shaped networks. Such results generalize the existing inequalities for star and chain networks. Furthermore, we find the Bell-like inequality criteria for l-QNN for general acyclic and cyclic networks. Finally, we discuss the demonstration of l-QNN in the well-known butterfly networks.

Sharing quantum nonlocality in the noisy scenario

It was showed in [Phys. Rev. Lett. 125 090401(2020)] that there exist unbounded number of independent Bobs who can share quantum nonlocality with a single Alice by performing sequentially measurements on the Bob's half of the maximally entangled pure two-qubit state. However, from practical perspectives, errors in entanglement generation and noises in quantum measurements will result in the decay of nonlocality in the scenario. In this paper, we analyze the persistency and termination of sharing nonlocality in the noisy scenario. We first obtain the two sufficient conditions under which there exist n independent Bobs who can share nonlocality with a single Alice under noisy measurements and the noisy initial two qubit entangled state. Analyzing the two conditions, we find that the influences on persistency under different kinds of noises can cancel each other out. Furthermore, we describe the change patterns of the maximal nonlocality-sharing number under the influence of different noises. Finally, we extend our investigation to the case of arbitrary finite-dimensional systems.

Einstein-Podolsky-Rosen Steering and Nonlocality in Open Quantum Systems

We investigate the dynamical behavior of quantum steering (QS), Bell nonlocality, and entanglement in open quantum systems. We focus on a two-qubit system evolving within the framework of Kossakowski-type quantum dynamical semigroups. Our findings reveal that the measures of quantumness for the asymptotic states rely on the primary parameter of the quantum model. Furthermore, control over these measures can be achieved through a careful selection of these parameters. Our analysis encompasses various cases, including Bell states, Werner states, and Horodecki states, demonstrating that the asymptotic states can exhibit steering, entanglement, and Bell nonlocality. Additionally, we find that these three quantum measures of correlations can withstand the influence of the environment, maintaining their properties even over extended periods.

Measurement-induced nonlocality in the W and Greenberger–Horne–Zeilinger superposition states

Measurement-induced nonlocality（MIN） is a newly defined quantity to measure correlations in bipartite quantum states [Luo S and Fu S 2011 Phys. Rev. Lett. 106 120401]. MIN in the n-qubit W and Greenberger–Horne–Zeilinger（GHZ） superposition states is considered. It is revealed that n = 3 and n ≥ 4 states have very different characteristics,especially the monogamy relation about MIN, and the monogamy equality of MIN is held in all n-qubit W states（n ≥ 3）.

Dynamical nonlocality of the entangled coherent state in the phase damping model

This paper studies the dynamics of nonlocality for a bosonic entangled coherent state in a phase damping model. The density operator of the system is solved by using a superoperator method. The dynamics of nonlocality for the bosonic entangled coherent state is uncovered by the Bell operator based on the pseudospin operator of a light field. The dynamics of the nonlocality for this state has also been studied by other Bell operators. The result of the numerical calculations of the Bell function shows that the quantum nonlocality heavily depends on the chosen Bell operator.

Quantum entanglement and quantum nonlocality for N-photon entangled states

Quantum entanglement and quantum nonlocality of N-photon entangled states ｜ψNm） m Cm [cos γ｜N - m） 1 ｜m）2 ＋ e^iθm sinγ｜m）1｜N- m）2] and their superpositions are studied. We point out that the relative phase θm affects the quantum nonlocality but not the quantum entanglement for the state ｜ψNm）. We show that quantum nonlocality can be controlled and manipulated by adjusting the state parameters of ｜ψNm）, superposition coefficients, and the azimuthal angles of the Bell operator. We also show that the violation of the Bell inequality can reach its maximal value under certain conditions. It is found that quantum superpositions based on ｜ψNm） can increase the amount of entanglement, and give more ways to reach the maximal violation of the Bell inequality.

Experimentally testing Hardy's theorem on nonlocality with entangled mixed states

Hardy＇s theorem on nonlocality has been verified by a series of experiments with two-qubit entangled pure states.However,in this paper we demonstrate the experimental test of the theorem by using the two-photon entangled mixed states.We first investigate the generic logic in Hardy＇s proof of nonlocality,which can be applied for arbitrary two-qubit mixed polarization entangled states and can be reduced naturally to the well-known logic tested successfully by the previous pure state experiments.Then,the optimized violations of locality for various experimental parameters are delivered by the numerical method.Finally,the logic argued above for testing Hardy＇s theorem on nonlocality is demonstrated experimentally by using the mixed entangled-photon pairs generated via pumping two type-I BBO crystals.Our experimental results shows that Hardy＇s proof of nonlocality can also be verified with two-qubit polarization entangled mixed states,with a violation of about 3.4 standard deviations.

Connecting Quantum Contextuality and Genuine Multipartite Nonlocality with the Quantumness Witness

The Clauser Horne--Shimony-Holt-type noncontextuality inequality and the Svetliehny inequality are derived from the Alicki-van Ryn quantumness witness. Thus connections between quantumness and quantum contextuality, and between quantumness and genuine multipartite nonlocality are established.

Nonlocality Distillation and Trivial Communication Complexity for High-Dimensional Systems

A nonlocality distillation protocol for arbitrary high-dimensional systems is proposed. We study the nonlocality distillation in the 2-input d-output bi-partite case. Firstly, we give the one-parameter nonlocal boxes and their correlated distilling protocol. Then, we generalize the one-parameter nonlocality distillation protocol to the twoparameter case. Furthermore, we introduce a contracting protocol testifying that the 2-input d-output nonlocal boxes make communication complexity trivial.

Test of Nonlocality with an Atom-Field Entangled State

We propose a scheme for the test of nonlocality with atom-field entanglement. An atom is sent through a cavity filled with a coherent field with a small amplitude. The dispersive interaction leads to atom-field entanglement.Then the field is driven by a classical current. The Bell inequality can be tested by the joint measurement of the parity of the field and the atomic state.

Simplified Scheme for Test of Quantum Nonlocality Without Using Bell Inequality

A simplified scheme is proposed for the test of quantum nonlocality of the type described by Hardy [Phys.Rev.Left.71 (1993) 1665].In the scheme two appropriately prepared atoms are simultaneously sent through a cavity and dispersively interact with the cavity field.Then state-selective measurements are performed on these atoms,which may reveal quantum nonlocality without using Bell inequality.We also propose a simple scheme for the generation of multi-atom entangled states.

Constructing the three-qudit unextendible product bases with strong nonlocality

Unextendible product bases(UPBs)are interesting members of a family of orthogonal product bases.Here,we investigate the construction of 3-qudit UPBs with strong nonlocality.First,a UPB set in C^(3)■C^(3)■C^(3)of size 19 is presented based on the shift UPBs.By mapping the system to a Rubik’s cube,we provide a general method of constructing UPBs in C^(d)■C^(d)■C^(d)of size(d-1)^(3)+2d+5,whose corresponding Rubik’s cube is composed of four parts.Second,for the more general case where the dimensions of parties are different,we extend the classical tile structure to the 3-qudit system and propose the tri-tile structure.By means of this structure,a C^(4)■C^(4)■C^(5)system of size 38 is obtained based on a C^(3)■C^(3)■C^(4)system of size 19.Then,we generalize this approach to the C^(d1)■C^(d2)■C^(d3)system which also consists of four parts.Our research provides a positive answer to the open question raised in by Halder et al.[Phys.Rev.Lett.122040403(2019)],indicating that there do exist UPBs that can exhibit strong quantum nonlocality without entanglement.

The (1+1)-dimensional spatial solitons in media with weak nonlinear nonlocality

We study the propagation of （l＋l）-dimensional spatial soliton in a nonlocal Kerr-type medium with weak non- locality. First, we show that an equation for describing the soliton propagation in weak nonlocality is a nonlinear Schr6dinger equation with perturbation terms. Then, an approximate analytical solution of the equation is found by the perturbation method. We also find some interesting properties of the intensity profiles of the soliton.

Quantum entanglement and nonlocality properties of two-mode Gaussian squeezed states

Quantum entanglement and nonlocality properties of a family of two-mode Gaussian pure states have been investigated. The results show that the entanglement of these states is determined by both the two-mode squeezing parameter and the difference of the two single-mode squeezing parameters. For the same two-mode squeezing parameter, these states show larger entanglement than the usual two-mode squeezed vacuum state. The violation of Bell inequality depends strongly on all the squeezing parameters of these states and disappears completely in the limit of large squeezing. In particular, these states can exhibit much stronger violation of local realism than two-mode squeezed vacuum state in the range of experimentally available squeezing values.

Quantum nonlocality of generic family of four-qubit entangled pure states

We directly introduce a Bell-type inequality for four-qubit systems. Using the inequality we investigate quantum nonlocality of a generic family of states ｜Gabcd〉[Phys. Rev. A 65 052112（2002）] and several canonical four-qubit entangled states. It has been demonstrated that the inequality is maximally violated by the so called ＂four-qubit the maximally entangled state ｜Gm〉＂ and it is also violated by four-qubit W state and a special family of states ｜Gab00〉. Moreover, a useful entanglement-nonlocality relationship for the family of states ｜Gab00〉is derived. Finally, we present a scheme of preparation of the state ｜Gm〉with linear optics and cross-Kerr nonlinearities.

Effects of photon addition on the quantum nonlocality of squeezed entangled coherent states

Effects of photon addition on the quantum nonlocality of squeezed entangled coherent states for Bell-inequality tests are studied theoretically. By utilizing the method of photon-parity measurement, it is found that photon addition can always increase the degrees of Bell violations within a certain parameter range. A possible scheme for generating photon-added squeezed entangled coherent states is proposed.

Nonlocality and Entanglement

By constructing a series of mixture, which is inseparable but satisfies the Mermin-Klyshko inequality, for the N-qubit system, we prove that ＂violation of the Mermin-Klyshko inequality＂ is not equivalent to ＂the state is inseparable＂.

Influence of Nonlocality on Amplification of Space Charge Waves in n-GaN Films

It is investigated theoretically the amplification of space charge waves (SCWs) due to the negative differential conduc-tivity (NDC) in n-GaN films of submicron thicknesses placed onto a semi-infinite substrate. The influence of the nonlo-cal dependence of the average electron velocity on the electron energy is considered. The simplest nonlocal model is used where the total electron concentration is taken into account. The relaxation momentum and energy frequencies have been calculated. The influence of the nonlocality on NDC results in the decrease of the absolute value of its real part and appearance of the imaginary part. The calculation of the diffusion coefficient leads to essential errors. The simulations of spatial increments of the amplification of SCWs demonstrate that the nonlocality is essential at the fre-quencies f ? 150 GHz, and the amplification is possible up till the frequencies f ? 400 ??? 500 GHz.

Measurement-Induced Nonlocality and Geometric Discord in the Spin-Boson Model

Dynamics of measurement-induced-nonlocality (MIN) and geometric measure of discord (GD) in the spin-boson model is studied. Analytical results show that for two large classes of initial states, MINs are equal but GDs are different. At the end of evolution, MIN and GD initially stored in the spin system transfer completely to reservoirs. The quantum beats for MIN and GD are also found which are the results of quantum interference between two local non-Markovian dynamics via quantum correlation.

A well-posed Euler-Bernoulli beam model incorporating nonlocality and surface energy effect

This study shows that it is possible to develop a well-posed size-dependent model by considering the effect of both nonlocality and surface energy,and the model can provide another effective way of nanomechanics for nanostructures.For a practical but simple problem (an Euler-Bernoulli beam model under bending),the ill-posed issue of the pure nonlocal integral elasticity can be overcome.Therefore,a well-posed governing equation can be developed for the Euler-Bernoulli beams when considering both the pure nonlocal integral elasticity and surface elasticity.Moreover,closed-form solutions are found for the deflections of clamped-clamped (C-C),simply-supported (S-S) and cantilever (C-F) nano-/micro-beams.The effective elastic moduli are obtained in terms of the closed-form solutions since the transfer of physical quantities in the transition region is an important problem for span-scale modeling methods.The nonlocal integral and surface elasticities are adopted to examine the size-dependence of the effective moduli and deflection of Ag beams.