Remote weak-signal measurement via bound states in optomechanical systems

Abstract

A scheme for remote weak-signal sensors is proposed, in which a coupled-resonator optical waveguide (CROW), as a transmitter, couples to a hybrid optomechanical cavity and an observing cavity at its two ends. Non-Markovian theory is employed to study the weak-force sensor by treating the CROW as a non-Markovian reservoir of cavity fields. The dissipationless bound states in the non-Markovian regime are conducive to remotely transmitting a signal in the CROW. Our results show that a sensor with ultrahigh sensitivity can be achieved with the assistance of bound states under certain parameter regimes.