On-line Quantum State Estimation Using Continuous Weak Measurement and Compressed Sensing

Abstract

We propose a new protocol for on-line quantum system estimation on the basis of continuous weak-measurements with the help of compressive sensing and the optimization algorithm. By directly measuring the state of the probe system, we indirectly obtain the measurement operators of the estimated system. The continuous weak measurements for a dynamic evolution open quantum system enable us to derive the time-varying measurement operators of the estimated system. Compressed sensing is used to reduce the number of the measurements needed and to improve the efficiency of the estimation. This approach to the on-line state estimation provides a novel solution to the problem of closed-loop quantum feedback control.