Quantum-secure communications is enabled by encoding bits into quantum states of single photons. Jena-Optronik builds onto its opto-electronics space heritage and performs the transition of quantum technology into space.
Quantum communications is a future satellite application. Security agencies estimate that the advent of quantum computing will compromise the security of classic cryptography. Governments urge the implementation of quantum key distribution (QKD) systems. On an international level, the European Quantum Communcation Infrastructure (EuroQCI) will be established.
QKD works by encoding bits of information into quantum states of single photons. This information exchange is physically safe from spying, because quantum states cannot be intercepted without leaving a trace. Cheap and reliable optical links from satellites to Earth are needed for large-area coverage of quantum secure communications.
As quantum technology emerges from the labs, Jena-Optronik is the space industrialization partner to perform the technology transition into space.
Jena-Optronik’s offers the design, qualification and production of radiation-hard, space qualified:
Furthermore, the Jena-based space company is providing subsystem qualification and manufacturing.
Optische Sensoren der Jena-Optronik befähigen Satelliten, stabil und wie vorgesehen auf Kurs zu bleiben. Seit vielen Jahrzehnten ermöglichen und unterstützen wir ebenso spektakuläre wie erfolgreiche Weltraummissionen. Mit unseren international ausgezeichneten Produkten gehören wir zu den weltweit führenden Zuliefern der Raumfahrtindustrie.
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