Integrating Quantum and Satellites: A New Era of Connectivity

Quantum satellite networking is central to enabling quantum key distribution (QKD) and quantum-state transfer. Delving into the synergistic relations of quantum technology and satellite communications, we elucidate on continuous variable and discrete variable QKD schemes, and the strategic selection...

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Main Author: Shabnam Sodagari
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: IEEE 2023-01-01
Series:IEEE Access
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Online Access:https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/document/10364826/
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description Quantum satellite networking is central to enabling quantum key distribution (QKD) and quantum-state transfer. Delving into the synergistic relations of quantum technology and satellite communications, we elucidate on continuous variable and discrete variable QKD schemes, and the strategic selection of satellite orbits for optimal QKD. The prospects and possibilities of the integration of software-defined networking into this paradigm showcases a fusion of traditional and quantum communication methods. In the context of continuous variable quantum systems, a comparative discussion on Gaussian and non-Gaussian paradigms is presented, emphasizing their distinct characteristics crucial for satellite-assisted quantum networks. Moreover, we underscore the role of quantum computing in bolstering the security of satellite information networks, emphasizing the importance of delay reduction for the connection of Internet of Things (IoT) devices to satellite networks. Lastly, we propose potential domains ripe for future exploration in this burgeoning field.
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spelling doaj.art-5bc18694864842bbaeb07c0a855ec8a22023-12-29T00:03:46ZengIEEEIEEE Access2169-35362023-01-011114510114511010.1109/ACCESS.2023.334432110364826Integrating Quantum and Satellites: A New Era of ConnectivityShabnam Sodagari0https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2503-0383Department of Computer Engineering and Computer Science, California State University at Long Beach, Long Beach, CA, USAQuantum satellite networking is central to enabling quantum key distribution (QKD) and quantum-state transfer. Delving into the synergistic relations of quantum technology and satellite communications, we elucidate on continuous variable and discrete variable QKD schemes, and the strategic selection of satellite orbits for optimal QKD. The prospects and possibilities of the integration of software-defined networking into this paradigm showcases a fusion of traditional and quantum communication methods. In the context of continuous variable quantum systems, a comparative discussion on Gaussian and non-Gaussian paradigms is presented, emphasizing their distinct characteristics crucial for satellite-assisted quantum networks. Moreover, we underscore the role of quantum computing in bolstering the security of satellite information networks, emphasizing the importance of delay reduction for the connection of Internet of Things (IoT) devices to satellite networks. Lastly, we propose potential domains ripe for future exploration in this burgeoning field.https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/document/10364826/Quantum satellite networkingquantum key distribution (QKD)quantum-state transfercontinuous variablediscrete variablesatellite communication
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Integrating Quantum and Satellites: A New Era of Connectivity
IEEE Access
Quantum satellite networking
quantum key distribution (QKD)
quantum-state transfer
continuous variable
discrete variable
satellite communication
title Integrating Quantum and Satellites: A New Era of Connectivity
title_full Integrating Quantum and Satellites: A New Era of Connectivity
title_fullStr Integrating Quantum and Satellites: A New Era of Connectivity
title_full_unstemmed Integrating Quantum and Satellites: A New Era of Connectivity
title_short Integrating Quantum and Satellites: A New Era of Connectivity
title_sort integrating quantum and satellites a new era of connectivity
topic Quantum satellite networking
quantum key distribution (QKD)
quantum-state transfer
continuous variable
discrete variable
satellite communication
url https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/document/10364826/
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