Quantum-inspired multicore optical fiber

Abstract

We introduce a new, to the best of our knowledge, type of multicore optical fiber having a quantum-inspired network topology and unique spectral features. Particularly, the connectivity between the cores is generated by unfolding a circular array of coupled quantum oscillators in Fock space. We show that in such a fiber geometry, the eigenvalues of the optical supermodes exhibit partial degeneracy and form a ladder. In turn, this leads to revival dynamics, allowing for a periodic re-imaging of the input intensity. As an example, we present a realistic design with six cores in silica glass platforms.

Document Details

Document Type
Pub Defense Publication
Publication Date
May 06, 2022
Source ID
10.1364/ol.454684

Entities

People

  • A. Kalita
  • Kurt Busch
  • Qi Zhong
  • R. El-ganainy

Organizations

  • Air Force Office of Scientific Research
  • Michigan Technological University

Tags

Fields of Study

  • Physics

Readers

  • Image Processing and Computer Vision.
  • Parallel and Distributed Computing.
  • Quantum spin resonance or Electron Paramagnetic Resonance spectroscopy.

Technology Areas

  • Quantum Computing
  • Space