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Simple quantum key distribution using a stable transmitter-receiver scheme.

Di Ma, Xin Liu, Chunfeng Huang

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This study presents a simple, stable quantum key distribution (QKD) system that bypasses complex alignment and environmental compensation. The new QKD method ensures secure key exchange for practical applications.

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Area of Science:

Quantum Information Science
Applied Physics
Secure Communications

Background:

Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) enables secure key exchange but current systems require complex alignment and environmental compensation.
Widespread adoption of QKD is hindered by the need for simpler, more stable, and cost-effective systems.

Purpose of the Study:

To implement a simplified and robust Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) system.
To overcome the challenges of complex self-alignment and environmental disturbances in existing QKD technologies.

Main Methods:

Development of a stable transmitter-receiver scheme for QKD.
Testing the system's stability over 48 hours without feedback control.
Evaluating the secure key rate over a 75 km fiber spool.

Main Results:

The implemented QKD system demonstrated stability for 48 hours with an average quantum bit error rate below 1%.
A stable and secure finite key rate of 7.32 kilobits per second was achieved over a 75 km fiber spool.
The system proved robust against environmental disturbances, simplifying the self-alignment process.

Conclusions:

The developed QKD implementation offers a promising, stable, and simple alternative for practical QKD systems.
This simplified QKD approach is particularly suitable for CubeSat and satellite communication platforms.
The system's long-term stability and secure key rate performance support its viability for future QKD deployments.