Lu Yi-Qun

Simple Algorithm for Deterministic Entanglement Concentration

We first present the general solution and the simplest special solution of the doubly stochastic matrix used in deterministic entanglement concentration. Then, we give a better scheme to realize deterministic entanglement concentration. Under this scheme, the concentration is realized, and more importantly, two partially entangled pairs concentrate to four-particle Greenberger–Horne–Zeilinger (GHZ) states with a certain probability.

Influence of multi-photon pulses on practical differential-phase-shift quantum key distribution

The influence of multi-photon pulses on practical differential-phase-shift quantum key distribution (DPS-QKD) is analysed. We have estimated the information which Eve obtained by PNS (photon-number splitting) attack and BS (beam splitting) attack. The result indicates that the PNS attack and BS attack will not limit the transmission distance as long as we select an appropriate mean photon number. Also, the maximum mean photon number under BS attack in practical DPS-QKD system and the set of practical assumptions about Eves capabilities are presented.

General and Optimal Scheme for Local Conversion of Pure States

We present general and optimal schemes for local conversion of pure states, via one specific example. First, we give the general solution of the doubly stochastic matrix. Then, we find the general and optimal positive-operator-valued measure (POVM) to realize the local conversion of pure states. Lastly, the physical realization of the POVM is discussed. We show that our scheme has a more general and better effect than other schemes.

Experimental Study on Practical Quantum Key Distribution Scheme with Time-Multiplexed Technique

We present a scheme that is capable of detecting photon numbers during the quantum key distribution (QKD) based on an improved differential phase shift (DPS) system without Trojan horse attack. A time-multiplexed detector (TMD) is set in for the photon-number resolution. Two fibre loops are used for detecting photon numbers as well as distributing keys. The long-term stabilization is guaranteed by two Faraday mirrors (FM) at Bobs site to automatically compensate for polarization defect. Our experimental study (90km QKD is completed) indicates that such a system is stable and secure which nearly reaches the performance of a single photon scheme.