Vortical Quantum Memory

Abstract

Quantum memory is a crucial component of a quantum information processor, just like a classical memory is a necessary ingredient of a conventional computer. Moreover, quantum memory of light would serve as a quantum repeater needed for quantum communication networks. Here we propose to realize the quantum memory coupled to magnetic modes of electromagnetic radiation (e.g. those found in cavities and optical fibers) using vortices in Quantum Hall systems. We describe the response to an external magnetic mode as a quench, and find that it sets an oscillation between vortices and antivortices, with the period controlled by the amplitude of the magnetic mode, and the phase locked to the phase of the magnetic mode. We support our proposal by real-time Hamiltonian field theory simulations.

arXiv comment9 pages, 8 figures

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