Quantum Networking Achieves 99% Accuracy Using Optical Fiber Cable
Quantum networking achieves stable and high-fidelity communication through existing fibre networks with no missing data or data corruption.
A new quantum networking experiment demonstrates that quantum data can travel safely through the same fibre cables used for the internet today, achieving 99% accuracy.
The system utilizes entanglement, a link between two particles that stay connected even when they are far apart, by sending special light particles called entangled photons through telecom fibres.
In this new approach, scientists used atoms of ytterbium-171 (¹⁷¹Yb) to match the wavelength with telecom range by creating photons at a wavelength of 1389 nanometres.
This breakthrough allows for reliable quantum communication over existing fibre networks.
Quantum networking uses entanglement, a link between two particles that stay connected even when they are far apart.
- 99% accuracy achieved in quantum networking experiment
- Entangled photons sent through telecom fibres
- Atoms of ytterbium-171 used to match wavelength with telecom range
Author's summary: Quantum networking achieves 99% accuracy over fibre cables.