DocumentCode
1825535
Title
The SECOQC Quantum-Key-Distribution network in Vienna
Author
Peev, Momtchil ; Länger, Thomas ; Lorünser, Thomas ; Happe, Andreas ; Maurhart, Oliver ; Poppe, Andreas ; Theme, T.
Author_Institution
Austrian Res. Centers GmbH - ARC, Vienna
fYear
2009
fDate
22-26 March 2009
Firstpage
1
Lastpage
3
Abstract
We present a prototypic Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) back-bone network, formed by seven QKD-Link devices that connect five subsidiaries of SIEMENS Austria. This highly integrated trusted-repeater type QKD network allows integration of heterogeneous QKD technologies.
Keywords
optical communication; quantum cryptography; quantum-key-distribution network; trusted repeater; Cities and towns; Cryptography; Integrated optics; National electric code; Optical fiber networks; Prototypes; Quantum mechanics; Space technology; Telecommunication standards; Testing; (060.4250) Networks; (270.55689) Quantum cryptograph;
fLanguage
English
Publisher
ieee
Conference_Titel
Optical Fiber Communication - incudes post deadline papers, 2009. OFC 2009. Conference on
Conference_Location
San Diego, CA
Print_ISBN
978-1-4244-2606-5
Electronic_ISBN
978-1-55752-865-0
Type
conf
Filename
5032685
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