Qubit–Qutrit coherence dynamics under a dissipative environment

Abstract We present a comprehensive study of quantum coherence dynamics in a qubit–qutrit system coupled to a resonator and exposed to an external noisy environment. Unlike prior works, we focus on the comparative analysis of three distinct coherence measures– l 1 -norm of coherence, relative entropy of coherence, and Jensen–Shannon coherence–under dynamic modulation of the resonator frequency. Our key innovation lies in introducing time-dependent sinusoidal and standing wave modulations to the oscillator frequency, revealing nontrivial effects on coherence preservation that are highly sensitive to the modulation parameters. Remarkably, we uncover parameter regimes where coherence revivals are enhanced, even under strong decoherence, a phenomenon not observed in static systems. Additionally, our results demonstrate distinct sensitivity patterns among the coherence measures, highlighting their complementary roles in capturing system-environment interactions. This reanalysis is crucial as it reveals previously unexplored mechanisms for coherence control in hybrid quantum systems, offering novel strategies for improving the robustness of quantum technologies against environmental disturbances.