A quantum random number generator based on photon number resolving detection of successive photon pulses

Min Ren, E. Wu, Yan Liang, Guang Wu, Heping Zeng

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Abstract

We demonstrated a quantum random number generator based on the inherent randomness of photon number distributed in individual pulses, measured by using a silicon multipixel photon counter. The random bit generation efficiency reached over 40%.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationQuantum Electronics and Laser Science Conference, QELS 2012
StatePublished - 2012
EventQuantum Electronics and Laser Science Conference, QELS 2012 - San Jose, CA, United States
Duration: 6 May 201211 May 2012

Publication series

NameOptics InfoBase Conference Papers
ISSN (Electronic)2162-2701

Conference

ConferenceQuantum Electronics and Laser Science Conference, QELS 2012
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CitySan Jose, CA
Period6/05/1211/05/12

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