BB84 Quantum Key Distribution System Based on Silica-Based Planar Lightwave Circuits
- 30 July 2004
- journal article
- Published by IOP Publishing in Japanese Journal of Applied Physics
- Vol. 43 (8B) , L1109
- https://doi.org/10.1143/jjap.43.l1109
Abstract
We constructed an optical interferometer for a Bennett-Brassard quantum key distribution system using integrated optics based on planar lightwave circuit technology, and tested its operation and stability. Experimental results show that this interferometer is useful in implementing a practical quantum key distribution system.Keywords
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