Single-qubit Quantum Gates using Magneto-optic Kerr Effect

Main Author: Pradeep Kumar K
Format: Article Journal
Bahasa: eng
Terbitan: , 2012
Online Access: https://zenodo.org/record/1332914
Daftar Isi:
  • We propose the use of magneto-optic Kerr effect (MOKE) to realize single-qubit quantum gates. We consider longitudinal and polar MOKE in reflection geometry in which the magnetic field is parallel to both the plane of incidence and surface of the film. MOKE couples incident TE and TM polarized photons and the Hamiltonian that represents this interaction is isomorphic to that of a canonical two-level quantum system. By varying the phase and amplitude of the magnetic field, we can realize Hadamard, NOT, and arbitrary phase-shift single-qubit quantum gates. The principal advantage is operation with magnetically non-transparent materials.