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Spectrally Multiplexed Photon Pair Source Using a Programmable Optical Filter

Cody Charles Payne, Markus Allgaier

Published Jan 1, 2025• 0 citations
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Abstract

The rates of photon pairs achievable with single-mode parametric downconversion are inherently limited. Spectral multiplexing using a programmable filter on the pump spectrum can produce more pairs across a palatable multi-mode structure.
DOI
10.1364/quantum.2025.qth3a.23

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