Measuring the quantum state of light
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Measuring the quantum state of light
（Cambridge studies in modern optics）
Cambridge University Press, 2005
Digitally printed 1st pbk. version
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Originally published in 1997
Includes bibliographical references (p. 184-192) and index
Description and Table of Contents
Description
Quantum mechanics sets fundamental limits on the amount of information one can extract from a system with a single set of measurements. Recent results of new theoretical analyses and optical experiments have given rise to a more complete knowledge of the quantum properties of light. This book gives the first detailed description of this fascinating branch of quantum optics. This self-contained book begins with a description of some key results and tools from quantum optics. The author discusses the quantum mechanical description of simple optical instruments before giving a detailed treatment of quantum tomography. The book concludes with a chapter devoted to the problem of the simultaneous measurement of position and momentum. This book will appeal to graduate students and researchers in quantum optics, as well as anyone interested in the foundations of quantum mechanics or more general problems of quantum measurement.
Table of Contents
- 1. Introduction
- 2. Quantum theory of light
- 3. Quasiprobability distribution
- 4. Simple optical instruments
- 5. Quantum tomography
- 6. Simultaneous measurement of position and momentum
- 7. Summary
- Appendices
- Bibliography
- Index.
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