Quantum cloning machines and their implementation in physical systems

We review the basic theory of approximate quantum cloning for discrete variables and some schemes for implementing quantum cloning machines. Several types of approximate quantum clones and their expansive quantum clones are intro- duced. As for the implementation of quantum cloning machines, we review some design methods and recent experimental results.

Fidelity between Gaussian mixed states with quantum state quadrature variances

In this paper, from the original definition of fidelity in a pure state, we first give a well-defined expansion fidelity between two Gaussian mixed states. It is related to the variances of output and input states in quantum information pro- cessing. It is convenient to quantify the quantum teleportation （quantum clone） experiment since the variances of the input （output） state are measurable. Furthermore, we also give a conclusion that the fidelity of a pure input state is smaller than the fidelity of a mixed input state in the same quantum information processing.

Scheme for the implementation of 1 → 3 optimal phase-covariant quantum cloning in ion-trap systems

This paper proposes a scheme for the implementation of 1→ 3 optimal phase-covariant quantum cloning with trapped ions. In the present protocol, the required time for the whole procedure is short due to the resonant interaction, which is important in view of decoherence. Furthermore, the scheme is feasible based on current technologies.

Quantum logic networks for cloning a quantum state near a given state

Two quantum logic networks are proposed to simulate a cloning machine that copies the states near a given one. Probabilistie cloning based on the first network is realized and the cloning probability of success based on the second network is lOOe/0. Therefore, the second network is more motivative than the first one.

A quantum network for implementation of the optimal quantum cloning

This paper presents a quantum network to implement the optimal 1→2 quantum cloning in 2 dimensions, including the optimal asymmetric universal, the optimal symmetric phase-covariant, and the asymmetric real state cloning. By only choosing different angles of the single-qubit rotations, the quantum network can implement three optimal quantum cloning.

Economical phase-covariant cloning with multiclones

This paper presents a very simple method to derive the explicit transformations of the optimal economical 1 to M phase-covariant cloning. The fidelity of clones reaches the theoretic bound [D＇Ar]ano G M and Macchiavello C 2003 Phys. Rev. A 67 042306]. The derived transformations cover the previous contributions [Delgado Y, Lamata Let al, 2007 Phys. Rev. Lett. 98 150502] in which M must be odd.

Quantum Cloning of Steering

Quantum steering in a global state allows an observer to remotely steer a subsystem into different ensembles by performing different local measurements on the other part. We show that, in general, this property cannot be perfectly cloned by any joint operation between a steered subsystem and a third system. Perfect cloning is viable if and only if the initial state is of zero discord. We also investigate the process of cloning the steered qubit of a Bell state using a universal cloning machine. Einstein–Podolsky–Rosen(EPR) steering, which is a type of quantum correlation existing in the states without a local-hidden-state model, is observed in the two copy subsystems. This contradicts the conclusion of no-cloning of quantum steering(EPR steering) [C. Y. Chiu et al.,npj Quantum Inf. 2, 16020(2016)] based on a mutual information criterion for EPR steering.

Maximum confidence measurements via probabilistic quantum cloning

Probabilistic quantum cloning（PQC） cannot copy a set of linearly dependent quantum states.In this paper,we show that if incorrect copies are allowed to be produced,linearly dependent quantum states may also be cloned by the PQC.By exploiting this kind of PQC to clone a special set of three linearly dependent quantum states,we derive the upper bound of the maximum confidence measure of a set.An explicit transformation of the maximum confidence measure is presented.

Nonlocal quantum cloning via quantum dots trapped in distant cavities

A scheme for implementing nonlocal quantum cloning via quantum dots trapped in cavities is proposed.By modulating the parameters of the system,the optimal 1 → 2 universal quantum cloning machine,1 → 2 phase-covariant cloning machine,and 1 → 3 economical phase-covariant cloning machine are constructed.The present scheme,which is attainable with current technology,saves two qubits compared with previous cloning machines.

Implementing a Universal Quantum Cloning Machine via Adiabatic Evolution in Ion-Trap System

A scheme for the realization of a universal quantum cloning machine is proposed in this paper. The present protocol does not need the vibrational mode to act as the memory and it is robust against small changes of experimental parameters due to adiabatic passages. Furthermore, the scheme may be realized based on current technology.

Scheme for implementing an economical phase-covariant quantum cloning machine of distant atomic qubits with single-photon interference

By means of cavity-assisted photon interference, a simple scheme is proposed to implement a symmetric economical phase-covariant quantum cloning machine of two remote qubits, with each in a separate cavity. With our present scheme, a high-fidelity cloning machine is realized. Our scheme may be quite useful in terms of distributed quantum information processing.

Scheme for Implementation of Ancillary-Free 1→3 Optimal Phase-Covariant Quantum Cloning with Trapped Ions

We propose a simple scheme for the implementation of the ancillary-free 1→3 optimal phase-covariant quantum cloning for x-y equatorial qubits in ion-trap system. In the scheme, the vibrational mode is only virtually excited, which is very important in view of decoherence. The present proposal can be realized based on current available technologies.

Scheme for Implementing Quantum Cloning Restoring Machine in Cavity QED

We propose an experimentally feasible scheme for implementing quantum restoring machine of the optimal universal 1→ 2 quantum cloning machine in the context of cavity QED. In our scheme, two atoms （the clones） simultaneously interact with a cavity field, and meanwhile they are driven by a classical field. Then an arbitrary unknown input state can be restored in the ancilla by applying appropriate unitary local operation.

Balancing four-state continuous-variable quantum key distribution with linear optics cloning machine

We show that the secret key generation rate can be balanced with the maximum secure distance of four-state continuous-variable quantum key distribution（CV-QKD） by using the linear optics cloning machine（LOCM）. Benefiting from the LOCM operation, the LOCM-tuned noise can be employed by the reference partner of reconciliation to achieve higher secret key generation rates over a long distance. Simulation results show that the LOCM operation can flexibly regulate the secret key generation rate and the maximum secure distance and improve the performance of four-state CV-QKD protocol by dynamically tuning parameters in an appropriate range.

Quantum communication in spin star configuration

This paper considers a generalized spin star system which can be solved exactly, with the central spin-1/2 system embedded in an outer ring of N spin-1/2 particles（denoted as spin bath）. In this model, in addition to the central-outer interaction, each pair of nearest neighbour of the bath interacts within themselves. The general expressions of the eigenstates as well as the eigenvalues of the model are derived with the use of the symmetries of system. It analyses the quantum state transfer and the dynamical behaviour of entanglement created during quantum communication. It also analyses the efficiency of the configuration regarded as quantum phase covariant clone or decoherence model. Some interesting results are discovered concerning the properties of quantum communication in this model.

Finite-size analysis of eight-state continuous-variable quantum key distribution with the linear optics cloning machine

We propose a method to improve the secret key rate of an eight-state continuous-variable quantum key distribution（CVQKD） by using a linear optics cloning machine（LOCM）. In the proposed scheme, an LOCM is exploited to compensate for the imperfections of Bob＇s apparatus, so that the generated secret key rate of the eight-state protocol could be well enhanced. We investigate the security of our proposed protocol in a finite-size scenario so as to further approach the practical value of a secret key rate. Numeric simulation shows that the LOCM with reasonable tuning gain λ and transmittance τcan effectively improve the secret key rate of eight-state CVQKD in both an asymptotic limit and a finite-size regime.Furthermore, we obtain the tightest bound of the secure distance by taking the finite-size effect into account, which is more practical than that obtained in the asymptotic limit.

Simplified Protocol of Quantum Teleportation

A simplified version of the quantum teleportation protocol is presented in here. Its experimental confirmation will have deep implications for a better understanding of Quantum Entanglement with a particular projection on Quantum Communications.

BB84与B92量子通信加密协议的仿真分析

本文针对量子BB84协议和B92协议的仿真实验开展研究,采用qiskit(pycharm软件数据包)设计了一种仿真实验模型。通过引入误码率、纠错率、协议可靠率指标,仿真分析了两种协议在有无窃听者存在且传输环境有噪声情况下,协议的安全性及传输内容的准确性和健壮性。实验结果表明,B92协议比BB84协议传输效果更佳。

融合量子克隆进化与二维Tsallis熵的医学图像分割算法

针对进化算法用于图像分割时收敛速度慢、易早熟的缺点,提出一种改进的量子克隆进化算法.首先利用量子空间的多样性丰富种群信息,在量子变异中根据适应度的不同对个体施以不同的混沌扰动,以克服量子门旋转方向单一、大小固定的缺陷,避免种群陷入局部早熟;然后利用克隆算子将最优个体信息扩充至下一代,以提高其局部寻优能力,加快收敛速度;最后将此算法用于寻找二维Tsallis熵的最佳阈值,实现了对图像的分割.实验结果表明,该算法有效地解决了进化算法收敛速度慢和容易陷入局部极值的问题,而且在分割速度和精度上得到了较大提高,分割效果良好,可以满足医学图像三维重建要求.

三维参数联合估计的免疫记忆量子克隆算法

针对信号相位匹配奇异值分解(SVDSPM)算法中参数联合估计耗时长的问题,提出了免疫记忆量子克隆算法(IMQCA).该优化算法引入模拟退火机制修正量子旋转门函数的旋转角度值,构建记忆单元保留进化历史最佳抗体,并结合克隆算子加速种群收敛.由SVDSPM平面阵算法构造了IMQCA的目标函数,提出了同时估计信号方位角、俯仰角和频率的SVDSPM联合估计算法.仿真结果表明,IMQCA算法的方位估计精度与传统的SVDSPM算法相当,但计算耗时仅约为后者的10%,且低信噪比下的性能优于MUSIC方法.在-10 dB信噪比下,IMQCA所得方位角、俯仰角和频率的标准差分别比标准遗传算法小6.659°、9.645°和28.634 Hz,比量子免疫克隆算法小0.789°、1.075°和0.864 Hz.