Quantum key distribution using quantum Faraday rotators

Taeseung Choi, Mahn Soo Choi

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Abstract

We propose a new quantum key distribution (QKD) protocol based on the fully quantum mechanical states of Faraday rotators. The protocol is unconditionally secure against collective attacks for a multi-photon source of up to two photons on a noisy environment. It is also robust against impersonation attacks. The protocol may be implemented experimentally with the current spintronics technology on semiconductors.

Original languageEnglish
Article number275242
JournalJournal of Physics Condensed Matter
Volume20
Issue number27
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2008 Jul 9

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Materials Science(all)
  • Condensed Matter Physics

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