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Published March 13, 2026 | Version v1
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Programmable Quantum Key Distribution Network for Dynamic and Multi-Granular Key Allocation

Authors/Creators

  • 1. ROR icon Austrian Institute of Technology
  • 2. Austrian Institute of Technology Center for Digital Safety & Security
  • 3. University of Vienna

Description

We demonstrate a QKD scheme enhanced with flexible key-rate allocation. A dynamic secure-key rate range of 18.7dB (76×) is obtained through programmable spectrum and detector choice, enabling a fine-grained and efficient use of network resources.

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Funding

European Commission
QOSiLICIOUS - Quantum-Optic Silicon as a Commodity: Extending the Trust Continuum till the Edge of ICT Networks 101187539
European Commission
QuantERA II - QuantERA II ERA-NET Cofund in Quantum Technologies 101017733
Austrian Research Promotion Agency
FO999906040