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Quantum-assisted distortion-free audio signal sensing.
Chen Zhang1, Durga Dasari2, Matthias Widmann3
13rd Institute of Physics, University of Stuttgart, Allmandring 13, 70569, Stuttgart, Germany. c.zhang@pi3.uni-stuttgart.de.
Nature Communications
|August 8, 2022
Summary
This study introduces a new quantum sensing method using nitrogen-vacancy centers in diamond. It achieves distortion-free measurement of audio signals with high accuracy and a wide dynamic range.
Area of Science:
- Quantum sensing
- Quantum metrology
- Solid-state spin defects
Background:
- Quantum sensors offer high sensitivity but often face limitations in dynamic range and frequency resolution.
- Signal distortions in magnitude and phase can occur in conventional quantum sensing methods.
- Reconstructing unknown signals necessitates high frequency resolution for accurate analysis.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop a distortion-free quantum sensing protocol.
- To enhance the linear dynamic range and frequency resolution of quantum sensors.
- To demonstrate the protocol's capability in reconstructing complex audio signals.
Main Methods:
- Combining quantum phase-sensitive detection with heterodyne readout.
- Utilizing nitrogen-vacancy (NV) centers in diamond as quantum sensors.
- Theoretical and experimental investigations of the protocol's performance.
Main Results:
- Demonstrated a quantum sensing protocol free from signal distortion.
- Achieved an extended linear dynamic range for signal measurements.
- Showcased high frequency resolution for reconstructing audio signals, including melody and speech.
Conclusions:
- The developed quantum sensing protocol overcomes traditional limitations.
- This method enables low-distortion measurements across multiple frequency bands in limited volumes.
- Potential applications include telecommunications in challenging environments.
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