Quantum key distribution(QKD) generates information-theoretical secret keys between two parties based on the physical laws of quantum mechanics. Following the advancement in quantum communication networks, it becomes ...Quantum key distribution(QKD) generates information-theoretical secret keys between two parties based on the physical laws of quantum mechanics. Following the advancement in quantum communication networks, it becomes feasible and economical to combine QKD with classical optical communication through the same fiber using dense wavelength division multiplexing(DWDM) technology. This study proposes a detailed scheme of TF-QKD protocol with DWDM technology and analyzes its performance, considering the influence of quantum channel number and adjacent quantum crosstalk on the secret key rates. The simulation results show that the scheme further increases the secret key rate of TF-QKD and its variants. Therefore, this scheme provides a method for improving the secret key rate for practical quantum networks.展开更多
Reference-frame-independent quantum key distribution(RFI-QKD)can allow a quantum key distribution system to obtain the ideal key rate and transmission distance without reference system calibration,which has attracted ...Reference-frame-independent quantum key distribution(RFI-QKD)can allow a quantum key distribution system to obtain the ideal key rate and transmission distance without reference system calibration,which has attracted much attention.Here,we propose an RFI-QKD protocol based on wavelength division multiplexing(WDM)considering finite-key analysis and crosstalk.The finite-key bound for RFI-QKD with decoy states is derived under the crosstalk of WDM.The resulting secret key rate of RFI-QKD,which is more rigorous,is obtained.Simulation results reveal that the secret key rate of RFI-QKD based on WDM is affected by the multiplexing channel number,as well as crosstalk between adjacent channels.展开更多
We propose a fully symmetrical QKD system that enables quantum states to be prepared and measured simultaneously without compromising system performance.Over a 25.6 km fiber channel,we demonstrate point-to-point QKD o...We propose a fully symmetrical QKD system that enables quantum states to be prepared and measured simultaneously without compromising system performance.Over a 25.6 km fiber channel,we demonstrate point-to-point QKD operations with asymmetric Mach–Zehnder interferometer modules.Two interference visibilities of above99%indicate that the proposed system has excellent stability.Consequently,the scheme not only improves the feasibility of distributing secret keys,but also enables QKD closer to more practical applications.展开更多
In this paper, we proposed the scheme for a passive round-robin differential-phase-shift quantum key distribution（RRDPS-QKD） set-up based on the principle of Hong–Ou–Mandel interference. Our scheme requires two le...In this paper, we proposed the scheme for a passive round-robin differential-phase-shift quantum key distribution（RRDPS-QKD） set-up based on the principle of Hong–Ou–Mandel interference. Our scheme requires two legitimate parties to prepare their signal state with two different non-orthogonal bases instead of single in original protocol. Incorporating this characteristic, we establish the level of security of our protocol under the intercept-resend attack and demonstrate its detector-flaw-immune feature. Furthermore, we show that our scheme not only inherits the merit of better tolerance of bit errors and finite-sized-key effects but can be implemented using hardware similar to the measurement device independent QKD（MDI-QKD）. This ensures good compatibility with the current commonly used quantum system.展开更多
基金supported by the State Key Laboratory of Information Photonics and Optical Communications, Beijing University of Posts and Telecommunications (Grant No. IPOC2021ZT10)the National Natural Science Foundation of China (Grant No. 11904333)+1 种基金the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities (Grant No. 2019XD-A02)BUPT Innovation and Entrepreneurship Support Program (Grant No. 2022YC-T051)。
文摘Quantum key distribution(QKD) generates information-theoretical secret keys between two parties based on the physical laws of quantum mechanics. Following the advancement in quantum communication networks, it becomes feasible and economical to combine QKD with classical optical communication through the same fiber using dense wavelength division multiplexing(DWDM) technology. This study proposes a detailed scheme of TF-QKD protocol with DWDM technology and analyzes its performance, considering the influence of quantum channel number and adjacent quantum crosstalk on the secret key rates. The simulation results show that the scheme further increases the secret key rate of TF-QKD and its variants. Therefore, this scheme provides a method for improving the secret key rate for practical quantum networks.
基金Project supported by the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities,China(Grant No.2019XD-A02)the State Key Laboratory of Information Photonics and Optical Communications,Beijing University of Posts and Telecommunications(BUPT)(Grant No.IPOC2021ZT10)BUPT Innovation and Entrepreneurship Support Program(Grant No.2021-YC-A315).
文摘Reference-frame-independent quantum key distribution(RFI-QKD)can allow a quantum key distribution system to obtain the ideal key rate and transmission distance without reference system calibration,which has attracted much attention.Here,we propose an RFI-QKD protocol based on wavelength division multiplexing(WDM)considering finite-key analysis and crosstalk.The finite-key bound for RFI-QKD with decoy states is derived under the crosstalk of WDM.The resulting secret key rate of RFI-QKD,which is more rigorous,is obtained.Simulation results reveal that the secret key rate of RFI-QKD based on WDM is affected by the multiplexing channel number,as well as crosstalk between adjacent channels.
基金Supported by the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(Grant No.2019XD-A02)the State Key Laboratory of Information Photonics and Optical Communications,Beijing University of Posts and Telecommunications(Grant No.IPO2019ZT06)。
文摘We propose a fully symmetrical QKD system that enables quantum states to be prepared and measured simultaneously without compromising system performance.Over a 25.6 km fiber channel,we demonstrate point-to-point QKD operations with asymmetric Mach–Zehnder interferometer modules.Two interference visibilities of above99%indicate that the proposed system has excellent stability.Consequently,the scheme not only improves the feasibility of distributing secret keys,but also enables QKD closer to more practical applications.
基金Project supported by the Fund from the State Key Laboratory of Information Photonics and Optical Communications(Beijing University of Posts and Telecommunications)(Grant No.IPOC2017ZT0)
文摘In this paper, we proposed the scheme for a passive round-robin differential-phase-shift quantum key distribution（RRDPS-QKD） set-up based on the principle of Hong–Ou–Mandel interference. Our scheme requires two legitimate parties to prepare their signal state with two different non-orthogonal bases instead of single in original protocol. Incorporating this characteristic, we establish the level of security of our protocol under the intercept-resend attack and demonstrate its detector-flaw-immune feature. Furthermore, we show that our scheme not only inherits the merit of better tolerance of bit errors and finite-sized-key effects but can be implemented using hardware similar to the measurement device independent QKD（MDI-QKD）. This ensures good compatibility with the current commonly used quantum system.
