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Analysis of single photon detectors in differential phase shift quantum key distribution

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In the current research work, an analysis of differential phase shift quantum key distribution using InGaAs/InP and Silicon-APD (avalanche photodiode) as single photon detectors is performed. Various performance parameters of interest such as shifted key rate, secure key rate, and secure communication distance obtained are investigated. In this optical fiber-based differential phase shift quantum key distribution, it is observed that Si-APD under frequency conversion method at telecommunication window outperforms the InGaAs/InP APD.

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Author acknowledges Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore for providing the support by the project Centre for Excellence in Quantum Technology (No. 4(7)/2020-ITEA), funded by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, Government of India.

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V.S. would like to acknowledge Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore for providing the support by the project Centre for Excellence in Quantum Technology (No. 4(7)/2020-ITEA), funded by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, Government of India.

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Sharma, V. Analysis of single photon detectors in differential phase shift quantum key distribution. Opt Quant Electron 55, 888 (2023). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11082-023-05170-4

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