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Time Series Prediction of Open Quantum System Dynamics by Transformer Neural Networks
by Zhao-Wei Wang, Lian-Ao Wu and Zhao-Ming Wang
Entropy 2026, 28(2), 133; https://doi.org/10.3390/e28020133 - 23 Jan 2026
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The dynamics of open quantum systems play a crucial role in quantum information science. However, obtaining numerically exact solutions for the Lindblad master equation is often computationally expensive. Recently, machine learning techniques have gained considerable attention for simulating open quantum system dynamics. In [...] Read more.
The dynamics of open quantum systems play a crucial role in quantum information science. However, obtaining numerically exact solutions for the Lindblad master equation is often computationally expensive. Recently, machine learning techniques have gained considerable attention for simulating open quantum system dynamics. In this paper, we propose a deep learning model based on time series prediction (TSP) to forecast the dynamical evolution of open quantum systems. We employ the positive operator-valued measure (POVM) approach to convert the density matrix of the system into a probability distribution and construct a TSP model based on Transformer neural networks. This model effectively captures the historical evolution patterns of the system and accurately predicts its future behavior. Our results show that the model achieves high-fidelity predictions of the system’s evolution trajectory in both short- and long-term scenarios, and exhibits robust generalization under varying initial states and coupling strengths. Moreover, we successfully predicted the steady-state behavior of the system, further proving the practicality and scalability of the method. Full article
(This article belongs to the Special Issue Non-Markovian Open Quantum Systems)
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On-Line Prediction of the Quantum Density Matrix
by Mehrzad Soltani and Mark J. Balas
Quantum Rep. 2026, 8(1), 1; https://doi.org/10.3390/quantum8010001 - 22 Dec 2025
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Time evolution of open quantum systems is governed by the master equation. The master equation, which is a matrix formalism, is the time derivative of the density matrix, which contains the complete information on the state of a quantum system. Instead of implementing [...] Read more.
Time evolution of open quantum systems is governed by the master equation. The master equation, which is a matrix formalism, is the time derivative of the density matrix, which contains the complete information on the state of a quantum system. Instead of implementing successive measurements on repeated identically prepared systems, which are inevitably imperfect and can only be performed a limited number of times, a state estimator can be designed to obtain the whole information about the state of a quantum system represented in a density matrix. Trace-one and positive semi-definite properties of the density matrix arising from physical constraints have to be preserved during state estimation in quantum systems. To address this challenge, we present a projection technique that incorporates Dykstra’s algorithm and physical constraints into state estimation. This technique, which is an iterative method, ensures convergence and includes a designed oracle that projects the estimated state into intersections of admissible closed convex sets. The oracle structure is constructed using Hilbert projection, which looks for the best approximation of the projected estimated state within a Hilbert space into a closed convex set. According to the Hilbert projection theorem, this proposed oracle guarantees the existence and uniqueness of the best approximation of the projected state. Full article
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Detecting and Preserving Quantum Steering in Hydrogen Atoms: Entropic Inequalities and Lindblad Dynamics
by Kamal Berrada and Smail Bougouffa
Mathematics 2025, 13(24), 3953; https://doi.org/10.3390/math13243953 - 11 Dec 2025
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In the present work, we investigate the detection and control of quantum correlations in the hyperfine structure of hydrogen atoms under dissipative dynamics. The hydrogen atom serves as a fundamental platform for studying bipartite quantum correlations between the electron and proton spins, where [...] Read more.
In the present work, we investigate the detection and control of quantum correlations in the hyperfine structure of hydrogen atoms under dissipative dynamics. The hydrogen atom serves as a fundamental platform for studying bipartite quantum correlations between the electron and proton spins, where entanglement is quantified by concurrence and EPR steering is witnessed through violation of the entropic steering inequality. By modeling the open-system evolution via the Lindblad master equation, we analyze the time-dependent behavior of concurrence, steering, and fidelity under varying dissipation rates. Numerical illustrations highlight the resilience of entanglement relative to steering in noisy environments, providing insights into the control of non-classical phenomena. Full article
(This article belongs to the Special Issue Advances in Mathematical Methods of Quantum Mechanics)
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Bell Nonlocality and EPR Steering Decay in Dephasing Hyperfine Spins
by Kamal Berrada and Smail Bougouffa
Axioms 2025, 14(12), 908; https://doi.org/10.3390/axioms14120908 - 10 Dec 2025
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This work presents a comprehensive study of quantum correlations and their degradation under environmental dephasing within the atomic hydrogen system. By analyzing the magnetic coupling between the electron and proton spins in the 1s hyperfine state, we elucidate how coherent spin interactions [...] Read more.
This work presents a comprehensive study of quantum correlations and their degradation under environmental dephasing within the atomic hydrogen system. By analyzing the magnetic coupling between the electron and proton spins in the 1s hyperfine state, we elucidate how coherent spin interactions generate entangled states and govern their temporal evolution. The investigation focuses on three key measures of quantum correlations—Bell nonlocality, Einstein–Podolsky–Rosen (EPR) steering, and quantum purity—each reflecting a different level within the hierarchy of nonclassical correlations. Analytical formulations and numerical simulations reveal that, in the absence of decay, all quantities remain steady, indicating the preservation of coherence. When dephasing is introduced, each measure decays exponentially toward a stationary lower bound, with Bell nonlocality identified as the most fragile, followed by steering and purity. A three-dimensional analysis of Werner states under dephasing further establishes the critical purity thresholds required for Bell inequality violations. The results highlight the interdependence between magnetic coupling, decoherence, and initial entanglement, providing a unified framework for understanding correlation dynamics in open quantum systems. These findings have direct implications for the development of noise-resilient quantum information protocols and spin-based quantum technologies, where preserving nonlocal correlations is essential for reliable quantum operations. Full article
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Sequential Quantum Measurements and the Instrumental Group Algebra
by Christopher S. Jackson
Quantum Rep. 2025, 7(4), 57; https://doi.org/10.3390/quantum7040057 - 30 Nov 2025
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Many of the most fundamental observables—position, momentum, phase point, and spin direction—cannot be measured by an instrument that obeys the orthogonal projection postulate. Continuous-in-time measurements provide the missing theoretical framework to make physical sense of such observables. The elements of the time-dependent instrument [...] Read more.
Many of the most fundamental observables—position, momentum, phase point, and spin direction—cannot be measured by an instrument that obeys the orthogonal projection postulate. Continuous-in-time measurements provide the missing theoretical framework to make physical sense of such observables. The elements of the time-dependent instrument define a group called the instrumental group (IG). Relative to the IG, all of the time dependence is contained in a certain function called the Kraus-operator density (KOD), which evolves according to a classical Kolmogorov equation. Unlike the Lindblad master equation, the KOD Kolmogorov equation is a direct expression of how the elements of the instrument (not just the total quantum channel) evolve. Shifting from continuous measurements to sequential measurements more generally, the structure of combining instruments in sequence is shown to correspond to the convolution of their KODs. This convolution promotes the IG to an involutive Banach algebra (a structure that goes all the way back to the origins of POVM and C*-algebra theory), which will be called the instrumental group algebra (IGA). The IGA is the true home of the KOD, similar to how the dual of a von Neumann algebra is the true home of the density operator. Operators on the IGA, which play the analogous role for KODs as superoperators play for density operators, are called ultraoperators and various important examples are discussed. Certain ultraoperator–superoperator intertwining relationships are also considered throughout, including the relationship between the KOD Kolmogorov equation and the Lindblad master equation. The IGA is also shown to have actually two distinct involutions: one respected by the convolution ultraoperators and the other by the quantum channel superoperators. Finally, the KOD Kolmogorov generators are derived for jump processes and more general diffusive processes. Full article
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Unveiling Sudden Transitions Between Classical and Quantum Decoherence in the Hyperfine Structure of Hydrogen Atoms
by Kamal Berrada and Smail Bougouffa
Entropy 2025, 27(11), 1161; https://doi.org/10.3390/e27111161 - 15 Nov 2025
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This paper investigates the dynamics of quantum and classical geometric correlations in the hyperfine structure of the hydrogen atom under pure dephasing noise, focusing on the interplay between entangled initial states and environmental effects. We employ the Lindblad master equation to model dephasing, [...] Read more.
This paper investigates the dynamics of quantum and classical geometric correlations in the hyperfine structure of the hydrogen atom under pure dephasing noise, focusing on the interplay between entangled initial states and environmental effects. We employ the Lindblad master equation to model dephasing, deriving differential equations for the density matrix elements to capture the evolution of the system. The study explores various entangled initial states, characterized by parameters a1, a2, and a3, and their impact on correlation dynamics under different dephasing rates Γ. A trace distance approach is utilized to quantify classical and quantum geometric correlations, offering comparative insights into their behavior. Numerical analysis reveals a transition point where classical and quantum correlations equalize, followed by distinct decay and stabilization phases, influenced by initial coherence along the z-axis. Our results reveal a universal sudden transition from classical to quantum decoherence, consistent with observations in other open quantum systems. They highlight how initial state preparation and dephasing strength critically influence the stability of quantum and classical correlations, with direct implications for quantum metrology and the development of noise-resilient quantum technologies. By focusing on the hyperfine structure of hydrogen, this study addresses a timely and relevant problem, bridging fundamental quantum theory with experimentally accessible atomic systems and emerging quantum applications. Full article
(This article belongs to the Special Issue Quantum Information and Quantum Computation)
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Lindbladian Decoherence in Quantum Universal Gates: An Insight Analysis for Digital Noise and Thermalisation
by José Carlos Rebón and Francisco Delgado
Entropy 2025, 27(11), 1089; https://doi.org/10.3390/e27111089 - 22 Oct 2025
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Quantum computing is an emergent field promising the improvement of processing speed in key algorithms by reducing their exponential scaling to polynomial, thus enabling solutions to problems that exceed classical computational capabilities. Gate-based quantum computing is the most common approach but still faces [...] Read more.
Quantum computing is an emergent field promising the improvement of processing speed in key algorithms by reducing their exponential scaling to polynomial, thus enabling solutions to problems that exceed classical computational capabilities. Gate-based quantum computing is the most common approach but still faces high levels of noise and decoherence. Gates play the role of probability mixers codifying information settled in quantum systems. However, they are deviated from their programmed behaviour due to those decoherent effects as a hidden source modifies the desired probability flux. Their quantification of such unavoidable behaviours becomes crucial for quantum error correction or mitigation. This work presents an approach to decoherence in quantum circuits using the Lindblad master equation to model the impact of noise and thermalisation underlying the ideal programmed behaviour expected for processing gates. The Lindblad approach then provides a comprehensive tool to model both probability fluxes being present in the process, thus regarding the gate and the environment. It analyses the deviation of resulting noisy states from the ideal unitary evolution of some gates considered as universal, setting some operating regimes. Thermalisation considers a radiation bath where gates are immersed as a feasible model of decoherence. Numerical simulations track the information loss as a function of the decay rate magnitude. It also exhibits the minimal impact on decoherence coming from particular quantum states being processed, but a higher impact on the number of qubits being processed by the gate. The methodology provides a unified framework to characterise the processing probability transport in quantum gates, including noise or thermalisation effects. Full article
(This article belongs to the Special Issue Probability Theory and Quantum Information)
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Local Quantum Uncertainty and Entanglement in the Hyperfine Structure of the Hydrogen Atom: A Lindblad Approach
by Kamal Berrada and Smail Bougouffa
Mathematics 2025, 13(20), 3340; https://doi.org/10.3390/math13203340 - 20 Oct 2025
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In this work, we investigate quantum correlations, including entanglement and quantum discord, within the hyperfine structure of the hydrogen atom using the Lindblad master equation to model its dynamics as an open quantum system interacting with an environment. By incorporating realistic environmental influences, [...] Read more.
In this work, we investigate quantum correlations, including entanglement and quantum discord, within the hyperfine structure of the hydrogen atom using the Lindblad master equation to model its dynamics as an open quantum system interacting with an environment. By incorporating realistic environmental influences, we examine the time evolution of two key measures of quantum correlations: concurrence, which quantifies entanglement, and local quantum uncertainty (LQU), a broader indicator of quantumness. Our analysis spans various initial states, including coherent superpositions of hyperfine states, to capture a wide range of possible configurations and demonstrate how these measures capture distinct aspects of quantum behavior. The results reveal the robustness of LQU in regimes where entanglement may vanish. This resilience of LQU underscores its utility as a robust measure of quantum correlations beyond entanglement alone in the hydrogen atom. By elucidating the dynamics of quantum correlations in the hydrogen atom under realistic conditions, this work not only deepens our fundamental understanding of atomic systems but also highlights their potential relevance to quantum information science and the development of quantum technologies. Full article
(This article belongs to the Special Issue Advances in Mathematics for Quantum Mechanics)
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Article
Harnessing Quantum Entanglement and Fidelity in Hydrogen Atoms: Unveiling Dynamics Under Dephasing Noise
by Kamal Berrada and Smail Bougouffa
Appl. Sci. 2025, 15(20), 10938; https://doi.org/10.3390/app152010938 - 11 Oct 2025
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We investigate the quantum dynamics of entanglement and fidelity in the hyperfine structure of hydrogen atoms under dephasing noise, modeled via the Lindblad master equation. The effective Hamiltonian captures the spin–spin interaction between the electron and proton, with dephasing incorporated through local Lindblad [...] Read more.
We investigate the quantum dynamics of entanglement and fidelity in the hyperfine structure of hydrogen atoms under dephasing noise, modeled via the Lindblad master equation. The effective Hamiltonian captures the spin–spin interaction between the electron and proton, with dephasing incorporated through local Lindblad operators. Analytical solutions for the time-dependent density matrix are derived for various initial states, including separable, partially entangled, and maximally entangled configurations. Entanglement is quantified using the concurrence, while fidelity measures the similarity between the evolving state and the initial state. Numerical results demonstrate that entanglement exhibits oscillatory decay modulated by the dephasing rate, with anti-parallel spin states displaying greater robustness compared to parallel configurations, often leading to entanglement sudden death. Fidelity dynamics reveal similar damped oscillations, underscoring the interplay between coherent hyperfine evolution and environmental dephasing. These insights elucidate strategies for preserving quantum correlations in atomic systems, with implications for quantum information processing and metrology. Full article
(This article belongs to the Special Issue Quantum Communication and Quantum Information)
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Quantum Coherence and Mixedness in Hydrogen Atoms: Probing Hyperfine Structure Dynamics Under Dephasing Constraints
by Kamal Berrada and Smail Bougouffa
Symmetry 2025, 17(10), 1633; https://doi.org/10.3390/sym17101633 - 2 Oct 2025
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We investigate the quantum dynamics of coherence in the hyperfine structure of hydrogen atoms subjected to dephasing noise, modeled using the Lindblad master equation. The effective Hamiltonian describes the spin–spin interaction between the electron and proton, with dephasing introduced via Lindblad operators. Analytical [...] Read more.
We investigate the quantum dynamics of coherence in the hyperfine structure of hydrogen atoms subjected to dephasing noise, modeled using the Lindblad master equation. The effective Hamiltonian describes the spin–spin interaction between the electron and proton, with dephasing introduced via Lindblad operators. Analytical solutions for the time-dependent density matrix are derived for various initial states, including separable, partially entangled, and maximally entangled configurations. Quantum coherence is quantified through the l1-norm measures, while purity is evaluated to assess mixedness. Results demonstrate that coherence exhibits oscillatory decay modulated by the dephasing rate, with antiparallel spin states showing greater resilience against noise compared to parallel configurations. These findings highlight the interplay between coherent hyperfine dynamics and environmental dephasing, offering insights into preserving quantum resources in atomic systems for applications in quantum information science. Full article
(This article belongs to the Special Issue Applications Based on Symmetry/Asymmetry in Quantum Mechanics)
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Quantum Coherence and Purity in Dissipative Hydrogen Atoms: Insights from the Lindblad Master Equation
by Kamal Berrada and Smail Bougouffa
Entropy 2025, 27(8), 848; https://doi.org/10.3390/e27080848 - 10 Aug 2025
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In this work, we investigate the quantum coherence and purity in hydrogen atoms under dissipative dynamics, with a focus on the hyperfine structure states arising from the electron–proton spin interaction. Using the Lindblad master equation, we model the time evolution of the density [...] Read more.
In this work, we investigate the quantum coherence and purity in hydrogen atoms under dissipative dynamics, with a focus on the hyperfine structure states arising from the electron–proton spin interaction. Using the Lindblad master equation, we model the time evolution of the density matrix of the system, incorporating both the unitary dynamics driven by the hyperfine Hamiltonian and the dissipative effects due to environmental interactions. Quantum coherence is quantified using the L1 norm and relative entropy measures, while purity is assessed via von Neumann entropy, for initial states, including a maximally entangled Bell state and a separable state. Our results reveal distinct dynamics: for the Bell states, both coherence and purity decay exponentially with a rate proportional to the dissipation parameter, whereas for a kind of separable state, coherence exhibits oscillatory behavior modulated via the hyperfine coupling constant, superimposed on an exponential decay, and accompanied by a steady increase in entropy. Higher dissipation rates accelerate the loss of coherence and the growth of von Neumann entropy, underscoring the environment’s role in suppressing quantum superposition and driving the system towards mixed states. These findings enhance our understanding of coherence and purity preservation in atomic systems and offer insights for quantum information applications where robustness against dissipation is critical. Full article
(This article belongs to the Special Issue Entropy in Classical and Quantum Information Theory with Applications)
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Article
Optimizing Parameter Estimation Precision in Open Quantum Systems
by Kamal Berrada
Axioms 2025, 14(5), 368; https://doi.org/10.3390/axioms14050368 - 13 May 2025
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In the present manuscript, we demonstrate the potential to control and enhance the accuracy of parameter estimation (P-E) in a two-level atom (TLA) immersed in a cavity field that interacts with another cavity. We investigate the dynamics of quantum Fisher information (FI), considering [...] Read more.
In the present manuscript, we demonstrate the potential to control and enhance the accuracy of parameter estimation (P-E) in a two-level atom (TLA) immersed in a cavity field that interacts with another cavity. We investigate the dynamics of quantum Fisher information (FI), considering the influence of coupling strength between the two cavities and the detuning parameter. Our findings reveal that, in the case of a perfect cavity, a high quantum FI value can be maintained during the dynamics concerning the detuning and coupling strength parameters. The results indicate that with a proper choice of quantum model parameters, long-term protection of the FI can be achieved without being affected by decoherence. Full article
(This article belongs to the Special Issue Applied Nonlinear Dynamical Systems in Mathematical Physics)
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Communication
Asymmetry Analysis of the Autler–Townes Doublet in the Trap-Loss Fluorescence Spectroscopy of Cesium MOT with Single-Step Rydberg Excitation
by Xiaokai Hou, Yuewei Wang, Jun He and Junmin Wang
Photonics 2025, 12(5), 412; https://doi.org/10.3390/photonics12050412 - 24 Apr 2025
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The Autler–Townes (AT) doublet, a fundamental manifestation of quantum interference effects, serves as a critical tool for studying the dynamic behavior of Rydberg atoms. Here, we investigate the asymmetry of the Autler–Townes (AT) doublet in the trap-loss fluorescence spectroscopy (TLFS) of cesium (Cs) [...] Read more.
The Autler–Townes (AT) doublet, a fundamental manifestation of quantum interference effects, serves as a critical tool for studying the dynamic behavior of Rydberg atoms. Here, we investigate the asymmetry of the Autler–Townes (AT) doublet in the trap-loss fluorescence spectroscopy (TLFS) of cesium (Cs) atoms confined in a magneto-optical trap (MOT) with single-step Rydberg excitation using a 319-nm ultraviolet (UV) laser. A V-type three-level system involving the ground state 6S1/2 (F = 4), excited state 6P3/2 (F = 5), and Rydberg state (nP3/2 (mJ = +3/2)) is theoretically modeled to analyze the nonlinear dependence of the AT doublet’s asymmetry and interval on the cooling laser’s detuning. Experiments reveal that as the cooling laser detuning Δ1 decreases from −15 MHz to −10 MHz, the AT doublet exhibits increasing symmetry, while its interval shows a nonlinear decrease. Theoretical simulations based on the density matrix equation and Lindblad master equation align closely with experimental data, confirming the model’s validity. This study provides insights into quantum interference dynamics in multi-level systems and offers a systematic approach for optimizing precision measurements in cold atom spectroscopy. Full article
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Article
Machine Learning to Simulate Quantum Computing System Errors from Physical Observations
by Jie Feng, Xingchen Zhang, Guanhao Feng and Hong-Hao Zhang
Universe 2025, 11(4), 120; https://doi.org/10.3390/universe11040120 - 4 Apr 2025
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In the context of quantum computing, error correction remains a pivotal challenge, primarily due to imperfect gate operations and environmental interactions. This study introduces a machine learning-based method to simulate and analyze these errors. Utilizing a minimal scalable 2-Majorana-zero-mode (2-MZM) island model within [...] Read more.
In the context of quantum computing, error correction remains a pivotal challenge, primarily due to imperfect gate operations and environmental interactions. This study introduces a machine learning-based method to simulate and analyze these errors. Utilizing a minimal scalable 2-Majorana-zero-mode (2-MZM) island model within a one-dimensional p-wave topological superconductor, this research employs a detailed Hamiltonian approach combined with a bosonic thermal bath interaction. The analysis is conducted using the Pauli master equation and Monte Carlo simulations. This work’s novel contribution lies in applying Boosted Decision Tree with Gradient boosting (BDTG) and Multi-Layer Perceptron (MLP) machine learning techniques. These methods, trained on Monte Carlo simulation data, showed proficiency in predicting the evolution of error probabilities in the quantum system. The results indicate a significant potential for machine learning to offer a more efficient alternative for simulating quantum computing errors, thereby contributing to developing more robust quantum computing systems. Full article
(This article belongs to the Section Foundations of Quantum Mechanics and Quantum Gravity)
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Article
Superoperator Approach to the Lindbladian Dynamics of a Mirror-Field System
by Marco A. García-Márquez and Héctor M. Moya-Cessa
Quantum Rep. 2025, 7(2), 15; https://doi.org/10.3390/quantum7020015 - 24 Mar 2025
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We use superoperator techniques to solve the master equation for the interaction between a single-mode quantized field and a single mechanical mode of a moving mirror, which is coupled to a zero-temperature reservoir that damps its amplitude. The solution we provide allows for [...] Read more.
We use superoperator techniques to solve the master equation for the interaction between a single-mode quantized field and a single mechanical mode of a moving mirror, which is coupled to a zero-temperature reservoir that damps its amplitude. The solution we provide allows for its application in any initial state of the combined system. Furthermore, we obtain solutions to the stationary master equation for an initial number state for the field that is consistent with the result obtained for the average number of phonons. Full article
(This article belongs to the Special Issue 100 Years of Quantum Mechanics)
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