Heisenberg-Weyl Algebra Research Articles

State-independent uncertainty relations

The standard state-dependent Heisenberg-Robertson uncertainly-relation lower bound fails to capture the quintessential incompatibility of observables as the bound can be zero for some states. To remedy this problem, we establish a class of tight (i.e., inequalities are saturated)variance-based sum-uncertainty relations derived from the Lie algebraic properties of observables and show that our lower bounds depend only on the irreducible representation assumed carried by the Hilbert space of state of the system. We illustrate our result for the cases of the Weyl-Heisenberg algebra, special unitary algebras up to rank 4, and any semisimple compact algebra. We also prove the usefulness of our results by extending a known variance-based entanglement detection criterion.

Generalized Weyl-Heisenberg Algebra, Qudit Systems and Entanglement Measure of Symmetric States via Spin Coherent States.

A relation is established in the present paper between Dicke states in a d-dimensional space and vectors in the representation space of a generalized Weyl–Heisenberg algebra of finite dimension d. This provides a natural way to deal with the separable and entangled states of a system of symmetric qubit states. Using the decomposition property of Dicke states, it is shown that the separable states coincide with the Perelomov coherent states associated with the generalized Weyl–Heisenberg algebra considered in this paper. In the so-called Majorana scheme, the qudit (d-level) states are represented by N points on the Bloch sphere; roughly speaking, it can be said that a qudit (in a d-dimensional space) is describable by a N-qubit vector (in a N-dimensional space). In such a scheme, the permanent of the matrix describing the overlap between the N qubits makes it possible to measure the entanglement between the N qubits forming the qudit. This is confirmed by a Fubini–Study metric analysis. A new parameter, proportional to the permanent and called perma-concurrence, is introduced for characterizing the entanglement of a symmetric qudit arising from N qubits. For (), this parameter constitutes an alternative to the concurrence for two qubits. Other examples are given for and 5. A connection between Majorana stars and zeros of a Bargmmann function for qudits closes this article.

Generalized graph states and mutually unbiased bases from multi-qudits phase states

The description of qudits in a formalism based on a generalized variant of Weyl–Heisenberg algebras is discussed. The unitary phase operators for a multi-qudit system and the corresponding phase states (the eigenstates of the phase operator) are constructed. We discuss the dynamics of multi-qudit phase states governed by a generalized Hamiltonian involving one- and two-body interactions which offer a remarkable connection between phase states, generalized graph states and the mutually unbiased bases. The entangled phase states are shown to possess the following properties simultaneously, namely the mutually unbiasedness of phase states resulting from the one-body generalized oscillator Hamiltonian and the entanglement properties of generalized graph states resulting from the two-body interaction Hamiltonian.

Generalized Grassmann variables for quantum kit (k-level) systems and Barut–Girardello coherent states for su(r + 1) algebras

This paper concerns the construction of $su(r+1)$ Barut--Girardello coherent states in term of generalized Grassmann variables. We first introduce a generalized Weyl-Heisenberg algebra ${\cal A}(r)$ ($r \geq 1$) generated by $r$ pairs of creation and annihilation operators. This algebra provides a useful framework to describe qubit and qukit ($k$-level) systems. It includes the usual Weyl-Heisenberg and $su(2)$ algebras. We investigate the corresponding Fock representation space. The generalized Grassmann variables are introduced as variables spanning the Fock--Bargmann space associated with the algebra ${\cal A}(r)$. The Barut--Girardello coherent states for $su(r+1)$ algebras are explicitly derived and their over--completion properties are discussed.

Applications of rigged Hilbert spaces in quantum mechanics and signal processing

Simultaneous use of discrete and continuous bases in quantum systems is not possible in the context of Hilbert spaces, but only in the more general structure of rigged Hilbert spaces (RHS). In addition, the relevant operators in RHS (but not in Hilbert space) are a realization of elements of a Lie enveloping algebra and support representations of semigroups. We explicitly construct here basis dependent RHS of the line and half-line and relate them to the universal enveloping algebras of the Weyl-Heisenberg algebra and su(1, 1), respectively. The complete sub-structure of both RHS and of the operators acting on them is obtained from their algebraic structures or from the related fractional Fourier transforms. This allows us to describe both quantum and signal processing states and their dynamics. Two relevant improvements are introduced: (i) new kinds of filters related to restrictions to subspaces and/or the elimination of high frequency fluctuations and (ii) an operatorial structure that, starting from fix objects, describes their time evolution.

Generalized Uncertainty Relations, Curved Phase-Spaces and Quantum Gravity

Modifications of the Weyl-Heisenberg algebra are proposed where the classical limit corresponds to a metric in (curved) momentum spaces. In the simplest scenario, the 2D de Sitter metric of constant curvature in momentum space furnishes a hierarchy of modified uncertainty relations leading to a minimum value for the position uncertainty . The first uncertainty relation of this hierarchy has the same functional form as the stringy modified uncertainty relation with a Planck scale minimum value for at . We proceed with a discussion of the most general curved phase space scenario (cotangent bundle of spacetime) and provide the noncommuting phase space coordinates algebra in terms of the symmetric and nonsymmetric metric components of a Hermitian complex metric , such . Yang’s noncommuting phase-space coordinates algebra, combined with the Schrodinger-Robertson inequalities involving angular momentum eigenstates, reveals how a quantized area operator in units of emerges like it occurs in Loop Quantum Gravity (LQG). Some final comments are made about Fedosov deformation quantization, Noncommutative and Nonassociative gravity.

A polynomial class of u(2) algebras

A r-parameter u{κ1,κ2,…,κr}(2) algebra is introduced. Finite unitary representations are investigated. This polynomial algebra reduces via a contraction procedure to the generalized Weyl–Heisenberg algebra 𝒜{κ1,κ2,…,κr} [M. Daoud and M. Kibler, J. Phys. A: Math. Theor.45 (2012) 244036]. A pair of nonlinear (quadratic) bosons of type 𝒜κ ≡ 𝒜{κ1=κ,κ2=0,…,κr=0} is used to construct, à la Schwinger, a one parameter family of (cubic) uκ(2) algebra. The corresponding Hilbert space is constructed. The analytical Bargmann representation is also presented.

Coherent state quantization of quaternions

Parallel to the quantization of the complex plane, using the canonical coherent states of a right quaternionic Hilbert space, quaternion field of quaternionic quantum mechanics is quantized. Associated upper symbols, lower symbols, and related quantities are analyzed. Quaternionic version of the harmonic oscillator and Weyl-Heisenberg algebra are also obtained.

A constructive presentation of rigged Hilbert spaces

We construct a rigged Hilbert space for the square integrable functions on the line L2(R) adding to the generators of the Weyl-Heisenberg algebra a new discrete operator, related to the degree of the Hermite polynomials. All together, continuous and discrete operators, constitute the generators of the projective algebra io(2). L2(R) and the vector space of the line R are shown to be isomorphic representations of such an algebra and, as both these representations are irreducible, all operators defined on the rigged Hilbert spaces L2(R) or R are shown to belong to the universal enveloping algebra of io(2). The procedure can be extended to orthogonal and pseudo-orthogonal spaces of arbitrary dimension by tensorialization.Circumventing all formal problems the paper proposes a kind of toy model, well defined from a mathematical point of view, of rigged Hilbert spaces where, in contrast with the Hilbert spaces, operators with different cardinality are allowed.

Extra-dimensional generalization of minimum-length deformed QM/QFT and some of its phenomenological consequences

In contrast to the 3D case, different approaches for deriving the gravitational corrections to the Heisenberg uncertainty relation do not lead to the unique result whereas additional spatial dimensions are present in the theory. We suggest to take logarithmic corrections to the black hole entropy, which has recently been proved both in string theory and loop quantum gravity to persist in presence of additional spatial dimensions, as a point of entry for identifying the modified Heisenberg-Weyl algebra. We then use a particular Hilbert space representation for such a quantum mechanics to construct the correspondingly modified field theory and address some phenomenological issues following from it. Some subtleties arising at the second quantization level are clearly pointed out. Solving the field operator to the first order in deformation parameter and defining the modified wave function for a free particle, we discuss the possible phenomenological implications for the black hole evaporation. Putting aside modifications arising at the second quantization level, we address the corrections to the gravitational potential due to modified propagator (back reaction on gravity) and see that correspondingly modified Schwarzschild-Tangherlini space-time shows up the disappearance of the horizon and vanishing of surface gravity when black hole mass approaches the quantum gravity scale. This result points out to the existence of zero-temperature black hole remnants.

Quantum physics and signal processing in rigged Hilbert spaces by means of special functions, Lie algebras and Fourier and Fourier-like transforms

Quantum physics and signal processing in the line R are strictly related to Fourier transform and Weyl-Heisenberg algebra. We discuss here the addition of a new discrete variable that measures the degree of the Hermite functions and allows to obtain the projective algebra io(2). A rigged Hilbert space is found and a new discrete basis in R obtained. All operators defined on R are shown to belong to the universal enveloping algebra of io(2) allowing, in this way, their algebraic treatment. Introducing in the half-line a Fourier-like transform, the procedure is extended to R+ and can be easily generalized to Rn and to spherical cohordinate systems.

Extended Lorentz Transformations in Clifford Space Relativity Theory

Some novel physical consequences of the Extended Relativity Theory in C-spaces (Clifford spaces) were explored recently. In particular, generalized photon dispersion relations allowed for energy-dependent speeds of propagation while still retaining the Lorentz symmetry in ordinary spacetimes, but breaking the extended Lorentz symmetry in C-spaces. In this work we analyze in further detail the extended Lorentz transformations in Clifford Space and their physical implications. Based on the notion of “extended events” one finds a very different physical explanation of the phenomenon of “relativity of locality” than the one described by the Doubly Special Relativity (DSR) framework. A generalized Weyl-Heisenberg algebra, involving polyvector-valued coordinates and momenta operators, furnishes a realization of an extended Poincare algebra in C-spaces. In addition to the Planck constant ħ, one finds that the commutator of the Clifford scalar components of the Weyl-Heisenberg algebra requires the introduction of a dimensionless parameter which is expressed in terms of the ratio of two length scales : the Planck and Hubble scales. We finalize by discussing the concept of “photons”, null intervals, effective temporal variables and the addition/subtraction laws of generalized velocities in C-space.

Coherent states for the Kepler–Coulomb problem on a sphere

An algebraic approach to Kepler problem in a curved space is introduced. By using this approach, the creation and annihilation operators associated to this system and their algebra are calculated. These operators satisfy a deformed Weyl–Heisenberg algebra which can be assumed as a deformed su(2) algebra. By using this fact, the nonlinear coherent states of this system are constructed. The scalar product and Bargmann representation of this family of nonlinear coherent states are constructed. The present contribution shows that these nonlinear coherent states possess some non-classical features which strongly depend on the Kepler coupling constant and space curvature. Depending on the non-classical measures, the smaller the curvature parameter, the more the non-classical features. Moreover, the stronger Kepler constant provides more non-classical features.

TwistedC⋆-algebra formulation of quantum cosmology with application to the Bianchi I model

A twisted ${\mathcal{C}}^{\ensuremath{\star}}$-algebra of the extended (noncommutative) Heisenberg-Weyl group has been constructed which takes into account the uncertainty principle for coordinates in the Planck-length regime. This general construction is then used to generate an appropriate Hilbert space and observables for the noncommutative theory which, when applied to the Bianchi I cosmology, leads to a new set of equations that describe the quantum evolution of the Universe. We find that this formulation matches theories based on a reticular Heisenberg-Weyl algebra in the bouncing and expanding regions of a collapsing Bianchi universe. There is, however, an additional effect introduced by the dynamics generated by the noncommutativity. This is an oscillation in the spectrum of the volume operator of the Universe, within the bouncing region of the commutative theories. We show that this effect is generic and produced by the noncommutative momentum exchange between the degrees of freedom in the cosmology. We give asymptotic and numerical solutions which show the above mentioned effects of the noncommutativity.

Deformed Weyl–Heisenberg algebra and quantum decoherence effect

We study the dynamics of a catlike superposition of f-deformed coherent states under dissipative decoherence. For this purpose, we investigate two important categories of f-deformed coherent states: Gazeau–Klauder and displacement-type coherent states. In addition, we consider two deformation functions; one of them describes a harmonic oscillator in an infinite well and another corresponds to a harmonic oscillator in a quantum well with finite depth. The decoherence effects appeared through a dissipative interaction of the environment with the catlike states. In this study, we first show that the Gazeau–Klauder coherent state is more resistant under the decoherence process, in contrast to the displacement-type one, and second, that the potential range of the infinite well and the depth of potential possess a remarkable role in the decoherence process.

Correlations of a single atom and a resonance mode and their manifestation in some physical phenomena

A kinetic equation governing relaxation of a single two-level atom and a high-Q cavity mode in an entangled thermostat exhibiting quantum correlations is presented. Based on two kinds of collective operators, we demonstrate the possibility of the existence of dual squeezed states in this system. One kind of generator of collective operators corresponds to algebra obtained by polynomial deformation of the angular-momentum algebra, while the other kind corresponds to the Heisenberg-Weyl algebra. Squeezed states of the collective system are defined in terms of commutative relations for operators of the corresponding generator algebras. It is shown that quantum correlations in the system manifest themselves in two physical phenomena. The first one is the known entanglement-swapping protocol and is based on the projection measurement. In the other case, quantum correlations reveal themselves in the coherent scattering dynamics of an atom in the field of a standing light wave.

Noninertial symmetry group with invariant Minkowski line element consistent with Heisenberg quantum commutation relations

The maximal symmetry of a quantum system with Heisenberg commutation relations is given by the projective representations of the automorphism group of the Weyl-Heisenberg algebra. The automorphism group is the central extension of the inhomogeneous symplectic group with a conformal scaling that acts on extended phase space. We determine the subgroup that also leaves invariant a degenerate Minkowski orthogonal line element. This defines noninertial relativistic symmetry transformations that have the expected classical limit as c → ∞.

New physics in Landau levels

The most general displaced number ‘coherent’ states, based on the Heisenberg, su(2) and su(1, 1) Lie algebras symmetries, are constructed. They depend on two parameters, and can be converted into the well-known photon-added, two variable Glauber coherent states and displaced number states respectively, depending on which of the parameters is equal to zero. The relations of the Weyl–Heisenberg algebra guarantee a corresponding resolution of the identity conditions. A discussion of the statistical properties of these states is included. Significant are their squeezing properties, which can be raised by increasing the energy and angular momentum quantum numbers n and m. The maximum squeezing is obtained for Bext = 0. Depending on the particular choice of parameters in the above scenarios, we are able to determine the status of compliance with Poissonian statistics. In the limiting case, we obtain a major result about the non-classical properties of the Glauber minimum uncertainty coherent states. In other words, in addition to the requirement to minimize uncertainty conditions, they carry non-classical features too. Finally, a theoretical framework is proposed to generate them.

Coherent orthogonal polynomials

We discuss a fundamental characteristic of orthogonal polynomials, like the existence of a Lie algebra behind them, which can be added to their other relevant aspects. At the basis of the complete framework for orthogonal polynomials we include thus–in addition to differential equations, recurrence relations, Hilbert spaces and square integrable functions–Lie algebra theory.We start here from the square integrable functions on the open connected subset of the real line whose bases are related to orthogonal polynomials. All these one-dimensional continuous spaces allow, besides the standard uncountable basis {|x〉}, for an alternative countable basis {|n〉}. The matrix elements that relate these two bases are essentially the orthogonal polynomials: Hermite polynomials for the line and Laguerre and Legendre polynomials for the half-line and the line interval, respectively.Differential recurrence relations of orthogonal polynomials allow us to realize that they determine an infinite-dimensional irreducible representation of a non-compact Lie algebra, whose second order Casimir C gives rise to the second order differential equation that defines the corresponding family of orthogonal polynomials. Thus, the Weyl–Heisenberg algebra h(1) with C=0 for Hermite polynomials and su(1,1) with C=−1/4 for Laguerre and Legendre polynomials are obtained.Starting from the orthogonal polynomials the Lie algebra is extended both to the whole space of the L2 functions and to the corresponding Universal Enveloping Algebra and transformation group. Generalized coherent states from each vector in the space L2 and, in particular, generalized coherent polynomials are thus obtained.

Matula numbers, Gödel numbering and Fock space

By making use of Matula numbers, which give a 1-1 correspondence between rooted trees and natural numbers, and a Godel type relabelling of quantum states, we construct a bijection between rooted trees and vectors in the Fock space. As a by product of the aforementioned correspondence (rooted trees $$\leftrightarrow $$ Fock space) we show that the fundamental theorem of arithmetic is related to the grafting operator, a basic construction in many Hopf algebras. Also, we introduce the Heisenberg–Weyl algebra built in the vector space of rooted trees rather than the usual Fock space. This work is a cross-fertilization of concepts from combinatorics (Matula numbers), number theory (Godel numbering) and quantum mechanics (Fock space).