Quantum Key Secured Communications Field Trial for Industry 4.0
Robert I. Woodward, J. F. Dynes, Paul B. Wright, Catherine White, Ryan C. Parker, A. Wonfor, Zhiliang L. Yuan, Andrew Lord, Andrew J. Shields · 2021
We seamlessly integrate quantum key distribution with >1Mb/s secure bit rate into a smart-manufacturing production network. This provides a 10Gb/s quantum key encrypted link with long-term stable operation, compatible with national network infrastructure.