Quantum Communication Lab
The Quantum Communication Laboratory in the Open Research Laboratory enables users to perform high-accuracy experiments in the quantum field. It focuses on quantum communication and quantum cryptography, allowing researchers and students to create, modify, and test Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) protocols over simulated networks.
All components in the Quantum Lab have a credit cost of 8.
This lab is fully supported by the View Research Assistant, which allows users to interact with the lab via natural language. Simply describe the component or experiment you want to add, and View will handle the rest.
Usage Guide
Section titled “Usage Guide”- Enter the Lab: Open the Quantum Lab through the Open Research Laboratory interface.
- Use View Research Assistant: Speak or type what you want to build. For example:
- “Add a Weak Coherent Pulse Laser and connect it to a Polarization Encoder.”
- “Simulate a BB84 protocol using a quantum channel and photon detector.”
- Modify Components: You can update angles, pulse rates, or any parameter by describing your changes to View.
- Run the Experiment: Once your setup is complete, initiate the simulation. The lab will compute results using high-accuracy quantum simulation libraries.
- Review Output: Visualizations, measurements, and key generation results will be provided in the output panel.
No manual coding is required to add components or run experiments—just describe your intent, and View will configure the lab accordingly.
Disclaimer
Section titled “Disclaimer”This laboratory is intended for educational and experimental purposes only. While it offers high-accuracy quantum simulations, real-world results may differ depending on your location, device, and environmental conditions.
By using this lab, you acknowledge that the simulations are virtual approximations. Results should be independently validated before applying them in real-world systems. The platform creators are not responsible for any consequences resulting from its use.
Supported Research Areas
Section titled “Supported Research Areas”Note: The list of research field shown may be outdated, as new components are added regularly.
QKD Creation (Make Custom QKDs)
Section titled “QKD Creation (Make Custom QKDs)”Design and simulate quantum key distribution protocols using weak coherent pulses, polarization encoding, or time-bin encoding. Ideal for creating new QKD systems from scratch.
Modifying Exsisting QKDs
Section titled “Modifying Exsisting QKDs”Edit or improve existing QKD setups like BB84 or E91. Includes tools for adjusting entangled photon sources, detectors, and communication channels.
Quantum Network Design (QAD)
Section titled “Quantum Network Design (QAD)”Build and test quantum communication networks using repeaters, trusted nodes, and QKD links. Supports simulation of quantum internet-like architectures.