Quantum key distribution enabled intra-datacenter network
US12289402B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 29, 2023 |
| Grant date | Apr 29, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 29, 2043 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04Q2213/13339
- WIPO fieldTelecommunications
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Embodiments are disclosed for a quantum key distribution (QKD) enabled intra-datacenter network. An example system includes a first QKD device and a second QKD device. The first QKD device includes a first quantum-enabled port and a first network port. The second QKD device includes a second quantum-enabled port and a second network port. The first quantum-enabled port of the first QKD device is communicatively coupled to the second quantum-enabled port of the second QKD device via a QKD link associated with quantum communication. Furthermore, the first network port of the first QKD device is communicatively coupled to a first network switch via a first classical link associated with classical network communication. The second network port of the second QKD device is communicatively coupled to a second network switch via a second classical link associated with classical network communication.
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