Improved two-way six-state protocol for quantum key distribution

Shamsul Shaari, Jesni and Ahmad Bahari, Asma' (2012) Improved two-way six-state protocol for quantum key distribution. Physics Letters A, 376 (45). pp. 2962-2966. ISSN 0375-9601

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Abstract

A generalized version for a qubit based two-way quantum key distribution scheme was first proposed in the paper [Phys. Lett. A 358 (2006) 85] capitalizing on the six quantum states derived from three mutually unbiased bases. While boasting of a higher level of security, the protocol was not designed for ease of practical implementation. In this work, we propose modifications to the protocol, resulting not only in improved security but also in a more efficient and practical setup. We provide comparisons for calculated secure key rates for the protocols in noisy and lossy channels.

Item Type:	Article (Journal)
Additional Information:	3844/29158
Uncontrolled Keywords:	Two-way QKD; 6DP; Quantum key distribution
Subjects:	T Technology > TK Electrical engineering. Electronics Nuclear engineering > TK5101 Telecommunication. Including telegraphy, radio, radar, television
Kulliyyahs/Centres/Divisions/Institutes (Can select more than one option. Press CONTROL button):	Kulliyyah of Science
Depositing User:	Dr. Jesni Shamsul Shaari
Date Deposited:	15 Mar 2013 15:52
Last Modified:	15 Mar 2013 15:53
URI:	http://irep.iium.edu.my/id/eprint/29158

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