Passive continuous variable quantum key distribution scheme using a thermal source
US12069168B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 21, 2022 |
| Grant date | Aug 20, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 5, 2043 |
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- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04B10/70
- WIPO fieldDigital communication
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A passive continuous variable quantum key distribution scheme, where Alice splits the output of a thermal source into two beams, measures one locally and transmits the other mode to Bob after applying attenuation. A secure key can be established based on measurements of the two beams without the use of a random number generator or an optical modulator.
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