Space quantum communication networks

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McArthur, Duncan and Sidhu, Jasminder and Aitken, Colin and Pryce-Jones, Owain and Bowyer, Mark and Krutzik, Markus and Gündogan, Mustafa and Oi, Daniel K.L. (2025) Space quantum communication networks. Proceedings of SPIE - The International Society for Optical Engineering, 13391. 1339102. ISSN 1996-756X (https://doi.org/10.1117/12.3040186)

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Abstract

Satellite constellations have the potential for enabling globe-spanning quantum networks for secure communication, entanglement distribution, and eventually the quantum internet. The architecture, design, and operation of such space quantum networks face several challenges, from scheduling, performance analysis and optimization, and overcoming issues such as weather effects. Here, we summarise recent research into constellation design, optimization, and the incorporation of quantum memories and repeaters in space quantum communication links. These preliminary works offer guidance for future development efforts for long-term space quantum communication systems.

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McArthur, Duncan ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8603-8349, Sidhu, Jasminder ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6167-8224, Aitken, Colin, Pryce-Jones, Owain, Bowyer, Mark, Krutzik, Markus, Gündogan, Mustafa and Oi, Daniel K.L. ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0965-9509;
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