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Emulation of Quantum Key Distribution Networks

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: Network emulators play an important role in testing network systems, applications, and protocols. Emulators bridge the gap between simulation setups that lack realism in results and real-world trials that are accurate but often expensive, non-reproducible, and uncontrollable. This article presents an extended model of the Quantum Key Distribution Network Simulation Module (QKDNetSim) with a model catalog of QKD components and functionalities. We explore emulations of point-to-point connections in QKD networks and the interaction of essential components within QKD nodes. The presented tool will undoubtedly spur future development and teaching, and it is critical for testing novel applications and protocols applied to QKD networks.

Source: IEEE Network

DOI: 10.1109/mnet.2024.3398404

Authors: Miralem Mehic, Emir Dervisevic, Patrik Burdiak, Vlatko Lipovac, Peppino Fazio, Miroslav Voznak

Institutions: University of Sarajevo, VSB - Technical University of Ostrava, University of Dubrovnik

Language: English

Topic: Quantum Information and Cryptography

Subfield: Artificial Intelligence

Field: Computer Science

Domain: Physical Sciences

Open Access status: green

Funders: Ministerstvo Vnitra České Republiky, Horizon 2020 Framework Programme

Awards: Network Cybersecurity in Post-Quantum Era, G5339287247