Quantum cryptography for optical networks: a systems perspective
2003
In this paper, we demonstrate for the first time, the coexistence architectures which enable quantum cryptographic systems to use the emerging optical network infrastructure. A vision of a future network that combines classical optical communications with ultra-low power quantum signals over a shared, reconfigurable fiber infrastructure is illustrated. We have used a fiber quantum key distribution (QKD) system to experimentally measure the effective QKD throughput for various types of optical switch elements, including opto-mechanical, lithium niobate, and 2D MEMS. We have investigated QKD coexistence with a commercial EDFA-amplified DWDM system using the experimental setup. These results are an important first step for scaling QKD beyond dedicated point-to-point fiber links and provide a context for understanding the applicability of QKD to the broader optical networking environment.
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