Continuous-variable quantum key distribution at 10 GBaud using an integrated photonic-electronic receiver

Adnan A.E. Hajomer*, Cédric Bruynsteen, Ivan Derkach, Nitin Jain, Axl Bomhals, Sarah Bastiaens, Ulrik L. Andersen, Xin Yin, Tobias Gehring

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Abstract

Quantum key distribution (QKD) is a widely recognized application of quantum information theory, guaranteeing information-theoretically secure key exchange. However, commercial viability of QKD systems is currently impeded by issues such as scalability, network integration, and high manufacturing costs. Low-cost, high-volume production of photonic and electronic integrated circuits could be the breakthrough needed for broad-scale deployment of cutting-edge QKD systems. Here, we present a continuous-variable (CV) QKD system that is based on an integrated photonic-electronic receiver. It combines a silicon photonic integrated circuit, featuring a phase-diverse receiver, with custom-designed GaAs pHEMT transimpedance amplifiers. Operating at a classical telecom symbol rate of 10 GBaud, our QKD system generates high secret key rates - exceeding 0.7 Gb/s over a 5 km distance and 0.3 Gb/s over a 10 km. The secret keys are secure against collective attacks, even when accounting for finite-size effects in the parameter estimation, thanks to well-designed digital signal processing that enables broadband system operation. Our experiment sets a record for secure key exchange and paves the way for the implementation of real-time broadband CV-QKD systems.

Original languageEnglish
JournalOptica
Volume11
Issue number9
Pages (from-to)1197-1204
ISSN2334-2536
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2024

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