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Basis-independent quantum coherence and its distribution under relativistic motion.

Authors :
Du, Ming-Ming
Li, Hong-Wei
Tao, Zhen
Shen, Shu-Ting
Yan, Xiao-Jing
Li, Xi-Yun
Zhong, Wei
Sheng, Yu-Bo
Zhou, Lan
Source :
European Physical Journal C -- Particles & Fields. Aug2024, Vol. 84 Issue 8, p1-8. 8p.
Publication Year :
2024

Abstract

Recent studies have increasingly focused on the effect of relativistic motion on quantum coherence. Prior research predominantly examined the influence of relative motion on basis-dependent quantum coherence, underscoring its susceptibility to decoherence under accelerated conditions. Yet, the effect of relativistic motion on basis-independent quantum coherence, which is critical for understanding the intrinsic quantum features of a system, remains an interesting open question. This paper addresses this question by examining how total, collective, and localized coherence are affected by acceleration and coupling strength. Our analysis reveals that both total and collective coherence significantly decrease with increasing acceleration and coupling strength, ultimately vanishing at high levels of acceleration. This underscores the profound impact of Unruh thermal noise. Conversely, localized coherence exhibits relative stability, decreasing to zero only under the extreme condition of infinite acceleration. Moreover, we demonstrate that collective, localized, and basis-independent coherence collectively satisfy the triangle inequality. These findings are crucial for enhancing our understanding of quantum information dynamics in environments subjected to high acceleration and offer valuable insights on the behavior of quantum coherence under relativistic conditions. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
14346044
Volume :
84
Issue :
8
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
European Physical Journal C -- Particles & Fields
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
179920544
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1140/epjc/s10052-024-13164-z