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arXiv:2501.05230

Implementation of phase gates using single photons

V. Hizhnyakov

Published Jan 9, 2025• 0 citations
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Abstract

Quantum computing algorithms using the quantum Fourier transform require repeated use of a phase shift gate. In the case of qubits using optical photons for operation, this gate can be implemented using single-photon beams focused close to the diffraction limit.
DOI
10.48550/arxiv.2501.05230

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