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    Area of Science:

    • Quantum optics
    • Quantum information science
    • Laser physics

    Background:

    • The Hong-Ou-Mandel (HOM) effect is a fundamental quantum interference phenomenon crucial for quantum technologies.
    • Traditional HOM effect studies focus on indistinguishable photons, leading to suppressed output coincidences.
    • Less explored is HOM interference when fields share coherence or mode envelope properties, like in lasers.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate the less-studied HOM interference regimes for fields with shared coherence or temporal properties.
    • To develop a theoretical framework for HOM interference with arbitrary temporal waveforms and partial overlap.
    • To experimentally observe structured HOM interference patterns beyond the standard HOM dip.

    Main Methods:

    • Development of a theoretical framework to describe HOM interference for laser fields with arbitrary temporal waveforms.
    • Experimental setup utilizing fast polarization modulation of a continuous-wave laser.
    • Time-resolved single-photon detection with sufficient speed to resolve structured HOM dips.

    Main Results:

    • Prediction of two distinct HOM interference regimes: a traditional dip and a structured pattern.
    • Observation of structured HOM interference from a continuous-wave laser.
    • Demonstration of resolving these structured HOM dips using fast detection methods.

    Conclusions:

    • The study confirms the existence of two concurrent HOM interference regimes for coherent fields.
    • The developed theoretical framework accurately describes HOM interference for partially overlapping laser fields.
    • Experimental validation using fast polarization modulation and detection opens new avenues for quantum technology applications.