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OSA Quantum 2.0 Conference

Lindblad Exceptional Points in the Dynamics of A Dissipative Superconducting Qubit

Weijian Chen, Maryam Abbasi, Kater W. Murch, Yogesh N. Joglekar

Published Jan 1, 2020• 0 citations
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Abstract

The interaction of a quantum system with its environment leads to a steady state, with transients governed by non-Hermitian dynamics. Here, we study exceptional points in the dynamics of a dissipative superconducting circuit.
DOI
10.1364/quantum.2020.qth7a.12

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