Generation via Strong-Field Processes and Applications in Quantum Key Distribution Rivera-Dean, Javier. creator author. aut http://id.loc.gov/vocabulary/relators/aut SpringerLink (Online service) text sz 2024 1st ed. 2024. monographic eng

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access XX, 300 p. 93 illus., 84 illus. in color. online resource. This doctoral thesis has a dual focus. Firstly, it studies the generation of non-classical states of light through strong-field processes, where light-matter interactions involve light intensities contending with the forces binding electrons to their nuclei. This exploration demonstrates the utility of strong-field phenomena in generating non-classical states of light, with properties dependent on specific dynamics and materials involved in the excitation. Secondly, it investigates the constraints and prerequisites of non-classical light sources—beyond those studied in the first part—for advancing quantum communication applications,specifically in quantum key distribution. The aim here is to create a secret key exclusively known by the communicating parties for encrypting and decrypting messages. As a whole, this work serves as a foundational step towards leveraging strong-field physics as a prospective tool for quantum information science applications, as well as displaying the advantages and limitations of photonic-based setups for quantum key distribution. With its very clear style of presentation, the book is an essential reference for future researchers working in this field. Chapter 1.Introduction -- Chapter 2.Background -- Chapter 3.Non-classical states of light after strong-laser field processes in atoms -- Chapter 4.Non-classical states of light after high-harmonic generation in molecular and solid systems -- Chapter 5.Non-classical states of light for Device-Independent Quantum Key Distribution -- Chapter 6.Conclusions -- Chapter 7.Additional material of Chapter 2 -- Chapter 8.Additional material of Chapter 3 -- Chapter 9.Additional material of Chapter 4 -- Chapter 10.Additional material of Chapter 5. by Javier Rivera-Dean. Quantum computing Optics Quantum Information Optics and Photonics QA76.889 9783031737695 https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-73769-5 https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-73769-5 250122 20251030114928.0 978-3-031-73769-5