Circular-beam approximation for quantum channels in the turbulent atmosphere

• URL: http://arxiv.org/abs/2507.12947v1
• Date: Thu, 17 Jul 2025 09:40:04 GMT
• Title: Circular-beam approximation for quantum channels in the turbulent atmosphere
• Authors: I. Pechonkin, M. Klen, A. A. Semenov,
• Abstract summary: We introduce a simplified approximation for the probability distribution of transmittance in quantum channels.<n>We also present an alternative technique for evaluating the parameters of this model based on the first two moments of transmittance.<n>This approach notably extends the applicability range of our PDT model, offering a practical tool for characterizing atmospheric channels in quantum applications.
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• Abstract: The evolution of quantum states of light in free-space channels is strongly influenced by atmospheric turbulence, posing a significant challenge for quantum communication. The transmittance in such channels randomly fluctuates. This effect is commonly described by the probability distribution of transmittance (PDT). The elliptic-beam approximation provides an analytical model for the PDT, showing good agreement with experimental and simulation data within a specific range of channel parameters. In this work, we introduce the circular-beam approximation -- a simplified alternative that offers satisfactory accuracy while significantly reducing computational complexity. We also present an alternative technique for evaluating the parameters of this model based on the first two moments of transmittance. This approach notably extends the applicability range of our PDT model, offering a practical tool for characterizing atmospheric channels in quantum applications.

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