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¹RCPTM, Joint Laboratory of Optics of Palacký University and Institute of Physics of Academy of Sciences of the Czech Republic, Faculty of Science, Palacký University, 17. listopadu 12, 77146 Olomouc, Czech Republic. perinaj@prfnw.upol.cz

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Quantum Optics
Quantum Metrology

Background:

Accurate determination of quantum detection efficiency is crucial for quantum technologies.
Existing methods often suffer from superimposed noise, limiting precision.

Purpose of the Study:

To propose a novel method for determining absolute quantum detection efficiency.
To overcome limitations of current calibration techniques by eliminating additional noise.

Main Methods:

Utilizing photocount statistics of twin beams.
Measuring joint signal-idler photocount statistics.
Describing twin beams via a paired quantum superposition of signal and noise.

Main Results:

The method successfully eliminates superimposed noise from calibration fields.
Joint photocount histograms provide a robust measure of efficiency.
Demonstrated superiority over existing quantum detection efficiency measurement approaches.

Conclusions:

The proposed method offers a more accurate and reliable way to determine absolute quantum detection efficiency.
This technique has significant implications for advancing quantum measurement and calibration.