Public Quantum Network: The First Node
K. Kapoor, S. Hoseini, J. Choi, B. E. Nussbaum, Y. Zhang, K. Shetty,, C. Skaar, M. Ward, L. Wilson, K. Shinbrough, E. Edwards, R. Wiltfong, C. P., Lualdi, Offir Cohen, P. G. Kwiat, and V. O. Lorenz
TL;DR
This paper introduces the first public quantum network connecting a university and a library, enabling public interaction with quantum entanglement measurements and demonstrating outreach and engagement.
Contribution
It presents the design, implementation, and outreach of the first public quantum network allowing public measurements of entangled photons.
Findings
Over 400 public interactions logged since launch
Successful demonstration of public engagement with quantum technology
First implementation of a public quantum network connecting academic and public spaces
Abstract
We present a quantum network that distributes entangled photons between the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and a public library in Urbana. The network allows members of the public to perform measurements on the photons. We describe its design and implementation and outreach based on the network. Over 400 instances of public interaction have been logged with the system since it was launched in November 2023.
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TopicsQuantum Computing Algorithms and Architecture