Quantum key distribution and 1 Gbit/s data encryption over a single fibre

Details Quantum key distribution and 1 Gbit/s data encryption over a single fibre Quantum key distribution and 1 Gbit/s data encryption over a single fibre

2009-12-09

arxiv.org/abs/0912.1798v1

Physics

Quantum Physics

9 pages, 7 figures

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We perform quantum key distribution (QKD) in the presence of 4 classical channels in a C-band dense wavelength division multiplexing (DWDM) configuration using a commercial QKD system. The classical channels are used for key distillation and 1 Gbps encrypted communication, rendering the entire system independent from any other communication channel than a single dedicated fibre. We successfully distil secret keys over fibre spans of up to 50 km. The separation between quantum channel and nearest classical channel is only 200 GHz, while the classical channels are all separated by 100 GHz. In addition to that we discuss possible improvements and alternative configurations, for instance whether it is advantageous to choose the quantum channel at 1310 nm or to opt for a pure C-band configuration.

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