Title :
Operational system for quantum cryptography
Author :
Franson, J.D. ; Jacobs
Author_Institution :
Appl. Phys. Lab., Johns Hopkins Univ., Laurel, MD
fDate :
2/2/1995 12:00:00 AM
Abstract :
An operational system for quantum cryptography based on the polarisations of single photons has been demonstrated. The system allows the automated transmission of secure messages between two computers at data rates up to 5 kHz with lower error rates than previous systems
Keywords :
cryptography; data communication; optical fibre communication; optical fibre polarisation; quantum optics; 5 kHz; automated transmission; error rates; operational system; quantum cryptography; secure messages; single photon polarisation;
Journal_Title :
Electronics Letters
