@inproceedings{78b0770bc12e4922b4f1b3306814ae66,
title = "Theoretical comparison of quantum and classical illumination for simple detection-based LIDAR",
abstract = "Use of non-classical light in a quantum illumination scheme provides an advantage over classical illumination when used for LIDAR with a simple and realistic detection scheme based on Geiger-mode single photon detectors. Here we provide an analysis that accounts for the additional information gained when detectors do not fire that is typically neglected and show an improvement in performance of quantum illumination. Moreover, we provide a theoretical framework quantifying performance of both quantum and classical illumination for simple target detection, showing parameters for which a quantum advantage exists. Knowledge of the regimes that demonstrate a quantum advantage will inform where possible practical quantum LIDAR utilising non-classical light could be realised.",
keywords = "quantum illumination, LIDAR, classical illumination",
author = "Murchie, {Richard J.} and Pritchard, {Jonathan D.} and John Jeffers",
note = "{\textcopyright} 2021 Society of Photo Optical Instrumentation Engineers (SPIE). One print or electronic copy may be made for personal use only. Systematic reproduction and distribution, duplication of any material in this publication for a fee or for commercial purposes, and modification of the contents of the publication are prohibited.",
year = "2021",
month = aug,
day = "1",
doi = "10.1117/12.2597042",
language = "English",
series = "Proceedings of SPIE - The International Society for Optical Engineering",
editor = "Deacon, {Keith S.} and Meyers, {Ronald E.}",
booktitle = "Quantum Communications and Quantum Imaging XIX",
}