Abstract

Quantum networks require interfacing stationary and flying qubits. These flying qubits are usually nonclassical states of light. Here we consider two of the leading source technologies for nonclassical light, spontaneous parametric down-conversion and single semiconductor quantum dots. Down-conversion delivers high-grade entangled photon pairs, whereas quantum dots excel at producing single photons. We report on an experiment that joins these two technologies and investigates the conditions under which optimal interference between these dissimilar light sources may be achieved.

Publication Details
Publication Type
Journal Article
Year of Publication
2017
Volume
2
DOI
10.1088/2058-9565/aa7b65
Journal
Quantum Science and Technology
Contributors
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