Quantum correlations via vector soliton interactions

Abstract: The generation of quantum-correlated pulse pairs in a dispersion modulated birefringent fiber is considered. The photon-number correlations and squeezing are studied using linearized quantum fluctuation theory. Two models of the pulse propagation in an optical fiber are used. The first model is based on the Manakov equations, and the second one is based on the coupled nonlinear Schrodinger equations with differential group delay and birefringence terms. In the Manakov model the correlated pulse pairs can be generated using splitting of a second-order soliton and inelastic collision of two fundamental solitons. The interpulse correlations depends on the modulation period of the fiber dispersion. In the model of the coupled nonlinear Schrodinger equations the correlated pulse pair can be produced using pulse splitting due to polarization mode dispersion. The pulses have orthogonal polarization states. This allows the pulses to be separated into two different channels using a polarization beam splitter. The interpulse correlation depends on the interplay between polarization mode dispersion and polarization instability.