Chip-based quantum communications

Quantum communications aim to share encryption keys between the transmitters and receivers governed by the laws of quantum mechanics. Integrated quantum photonics offers significant advantages of dense integration, high stability and scalability, which enables a vital platform for the implementation of quantum information processing and quantum communications. This article reviews recent experimental progress and advances in the development of integrated quantum photonic devices and systems for quantum communications and quantum networks.

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Quantum communication aims to share encryption keys between transmitters and receivers based on the laws of quantum mechanics. Integrated quantum photonics offers significant advantages of dense integration, high stability, and scalability, providing a vital platform for quantum information processing and quantum communication. This article reviews recent experimental progress and advances in the development of integrated quantum photonic devices and systems for quantum communications and networks.