Single-point position and transition defects in continuous time quantum walks

Z. J. Li*, J. B. Wang

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Abstract

We present a detailed analysis of continuous time quantum walks (CTQW) with both position and transition defects defined at a single point in the line. Analytical solutions of both traveling waves and bound states are obtained, which provide valuable insight into the dynamics of CTQW. The number of bound states is found to be critically dependent on the defect parameters, and the localized probability peaks can be readily obtained by projecting the state vector of CTQW on to these bound states. The interference between two bound states are also observed in the case of a transition defect. The spreading of CTQW probability over the line can be finely tuned by varying the position and transition defect parameters, offering the possibility of precision quantum control of the system.

Original languageEnglish
Article number13585
Pages (from-to)1-11
Number of pages11
JournalScientific Reports
Volume5
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 1 Sept 2015
Externally publishedYes

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