Precise tuning of single-photon frequency using optical single sideband modulator
arXiv:2003.04486 · doi:10.1364/OPTICA.4.000919
Abstract
Frequency translation of single photons while preserving their quantum characteristics is an important technology for flexible networking of photonic quantum communication systems. Here we demonstrate a flexible scheme to interface different-color photons using an optical single sideband (OSSB) modulator. By changing the radio-frequency signal that drives the modulators, we can easily shift and precisely tune the frequency of single photons. Using the OSSB modulator, we successfully erased the frequency distinguishability of non-degenerated photon pairs to obtain the Hong-Ou-Mandel interference with a visibility exceeding 90%. We also demonstrated that the level of distinguishability can be precisely controlled by the OSSB modulator. We expect that the OSSB modulator will provide a simple and flexible photonic interface for realizing advanced quantum information systems.
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