Invention Reference Number
As quantum networks evolve, ensuring reliable and scalable entanglement distribution is crucial for secure communications, computing, and metrology applications. Researchers have demonstrated a multihop quantum network designed to enhance connectivity and maintain service despite link failures. This system integrates quantum and classical networking elements, leveraging adaptive resource management and link recovery techniques to optimize performance and resilience.
Description
This technology introduces a multihop quantum network architecture that extends entanglement distribution across multiple nodes while maintaining high fidelity and adaptability. The system employs software-defined networking principles to dynamically manage bandwidth and reroute signals in response to disruptions. A combination of quantum-compatible switches and classical network elements enables seamless integration with existing fiber-optic infrastructure. This approach ensures the network remains functional even when direct fiber connections are lost, demonstrating a scalable model for future quantum communication networks.
Benefits
- Enhanced resilience: Maintains entanglement distribution even in the presence of network disruptions
- Scalability: Expands quantum networking reach beyond direct point-to-point links
- Adaptive management: Dynamically reallocates resources to optimize performance and connectivity
Applications and Industries
- Quantum communications: Secure transmission of quantum information across extended networks
- Distributed quantum computing: Facilitates entanglement-sharing for multi-node quantum processing
- Quantum-enhanced sensing and metrology: Supports applications requiring high-fidelity entanglement distribution
Contact
To learn more about this technology, email partnerships@ornl.gov or call 865-574-1051.
