India's First Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) Over Multi-Core Fibre
In a groundbreaking development, the Centre for Development of Telematics (C-DOT), in collaboration with Sterlite Technologies Ltd. (STL), has successfully tested India’s first Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) transmission over a 4-core Multi-Core Fibre (MCF). This achievement marks a significant leap forward in India’s efforts to establish a secure and cost-effective national quantum communication network.
Summary/Static | Details |
Why in the news? | India’s First Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) Over Multi-Core Fibre |
Achievement | India’s 1st QKD transmission over Multi-Core Fibre (MCF) |
Organizations Involved | C-DOT & Sterlite Technologies Ltd. (STL) |
Fibre Type | 4-core Multi-Core Fibre |
Transmission Distance | Over 100 km |
Classical High-Speed Data | Channels 3 cores |
Benefits | Cost-saving, simultaneous QKD and data transmission, secure communication |
Technology Approval | QKD systems approved by TEC (DoT) |
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