Research Progress of Deterministic Quantum Light Source Based on Hexagonal Boron Nitride
Quantum emitter,the cornerstone of quantum information science and technology,is essential for ad-vancing light quantum science and technology.The realization of efficient,stable and easily accessible single photon sources is the key to promote the development of related technologies.Currently,single-photon sources in hexagonal boron nitride(h-BN)have attracted much attention due to their high brightness and excellent room-temperature opti-cal stability.This paper outlines the current research status and physical properties of single-photon sources in h-BN,details various preparation techniques for realizing precisely localized single-photon sources in h-BN,and ex-plores the application of single-photon sources based on h-BN in different applications,such as coupling with optical microcavities and waveguides,and their modulation by external electric fields or stresses.Finally,the paper summa-rizes the opportunities and challenges facing single photon sources in hexagonal boron nitride and discusses the re-search directions currently being explored as well as new possibilities for the future.
two-dimensional materialshexagonal boron nitridesolid-state single photon sourcequantum photonics