Orthogonal measurements are {\it almost} sufficient for quantum discord of two qubits

Details Orthogonal measurements are {\it almost} sufficient for quantum discord of two qubits Orthogonal measurements are {\it almost} sufficient for quantum discord of two qubits

2011-07-11

arxiv.org/abs/1107.2005v3

EPL 96, 40005 (2011)

Physics

Quantum Physics

EPL 96, 40005 (2011)

Scientific paper

10.1209/0295-5075/96/40005

The common use in literature of orthogonal measurements in obtaining quantum discord for two-qubit states is discussed and compared with more general measurements. We prove the optimality of orthogonal measurements for rank 2 states. While for rank 3 and 4 mixed states they are not optimal, we present strong numerical evidence showing that they give the correct quantum discord up to minimal corrections. Based on the connection, through purification with an ancilla, between discord and entanglement of formation (EoF), we give a tight upper bound for the EoF of a $2\otimes N$ mixed state of rank 2, given by an optimal decomposition of 2 elements. We also provide an alternative way to compute the quantum discord for two qubits based on the Bloch vectors of the state.

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