Local distinguishability of quantum states in infinite-dimensional systems

We investigate local distinguishability of quantum states by use of convex analysis of joint numerical range of operators on a Hilbert space. We show that any two orthogonal pure states are distinguishable by local operations and classical communications, even for infinite-dimensional systems. An estimate of the local discrimination probability is also given for some families of more than two pure states.

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