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Deploying quantum light sources on nanosatellites II: lessons and perspectives on CubeSat spacecraft

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arxiv 1508.07074 v1 pith:SPJEYCAB submitted 2015-08-28 physics.ins-det quant-ph

Deploying quantum light sources on nanosatellites II: lessons and perspectives on CubeSat spacecraft

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To enable space-based quantum key distribution proposals the Centre for Quantum Technologies is developing a source of entangled photons ruggedized to survive deployment in space and greatly miniaturised so that it conforms to the strict form factor and power requirements of a 1U CubeSat. The Small Photon Entangling Quantum System is an integrated instrument where the pump, photon pair source and detectors are combined within a single optical tray and electronics package that is no larger than 10 cm x 10 cm x 3 cm. This footprint enables the instrument to be placed onboard nanosatellites or the CubeLab structure aboard the International Space Station. We will discuss the challenges and future prospects of CubeSat-based missions.

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