Modelling and Simulation of Quantum Key Distribution using OptSim
Olaf Grote, Andreas Ahrens, César Benavente-Peces
Abstract
Olaf Grote, Andreas Ahrens, César Benavente-Peces
Abstract
We present a simulation approach to creating a symmetric key material with a Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) protocol. We also give an applied cryptographic purpose to realise quantum cryptography with standard programs. The QKD methodology guarantees a perfectly random secret key by encoding the quantum states of photons with a set of specific polarization angles shared between a transmitter and receiver participant via a quantum channel. This paper presents consistent theoretical results and demonstrates a feasible QKD standard BB84 protocol simulation with optical software and visuals for each QKD phase.
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We present a simulation approach to creating a symmetric key material with a Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) protocol. We also give an applied cryptographic purpose to realise quantum cryptography with standard programs. The QKD methodology guarantees a perfectly random secret key by encoding the quantum states of photons with a set of specific polarization angles shared between a transmitter and receiver participant via a quantum channel. This paper presents consistent theoretical results and demonstrates a feasible QKD standard BB84 protocol simulation with optical software and visuals for each QKD phase.
Key concepts: Quantum key distribution, BB84, Quantum cryptography, Computer science, Key (lock), Quantum channel, Cryptography, Key distribution