A Kronecker Delta Framework for Normalization and Orthogonality in Multi-Qubit Registers

15 September 2026, Version 1
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Abstract

In quantum information theory and quantum mechanics, mathematical formalism relies heavily on the orthonormality of Hilbert space basis vectors. The Kronecker delta function, denoted as 𝛿ij, serves as a fundamental operator for expressing state orthogonality and normalization across single- and multi-qubit systems. Normalization ensures unit length ( = 1), representing the conservation of total probability, while orthogonality guarantees that distinct basis states share zero geometric overlap ( = 0 for i ≠ j), ensuring mutual exclusivity. This paper presents a formal analysis of the Kronecker delta within qubit state representations, matrix inner products, and multi-qubit bitwise inner product decompositions. Through computational examples on single-qubit states (|0>, |1>) and 5-qubit binary registers (|11101|>, |11111>), this article demonstrates how the delta framework systematically enforces the structural properties essential for quantum information processing.

Keywords

: Bitwise Inner Product Decomposition
Multi-Qubit Registers
Vector Orthogonality

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