Malik, OmOblak, DanielAhadi, Amir2024-09-112024-09-112024-09-10Ahadi, A. (2024). Innovative hardware implementation for high-speed HOM/BSM analysis in a commercially viable quantum communication system (Master's thesis, University of Calgary, Calgary, Canada). Retrieved from https://prism.ucalgary.ca.https://hdl.handle.net/1880/119693With quantum computing advancing, it is vital to safeguard communications from quantum computer threats. Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) emerged as a cutting-edge solution, utilizing quantum principles to establish secure communication channels. However, conventional QKD systems face vulnerabilities, leading to the development of advanced protocols such as Measurement Device Independent Quantum Key Distribution (MDI-QKD). This protocol, employing a time-reversed entanglement approach, enhances security and enables a multi-use quantum communication network. This research addresses the challenge of implementing MDI-QKD efficiently by introducing a novel electronic board designed for real-time processing of time-bin encoded qubits. As the electrical engineer on this interdisciplinary project, the focus is on creating a cost-effective board that seamlessly integrates into commercially viable MDI-QKD systems. The innovation lies in eliminating the need for expensive external hardware and software, making the technology more accessible. The project involves crafting a high-bandwidth logic-level design to handle ultra-fast signals with precision. The board must also synchronize seamlessly with other MDI-QKD components, contributing to the reliability and effectiveness of the quantum communication network. By providing an affordable means of conducting critical analyses, this research accelerates the integration of MDI-QKD technology into real-world applications, contributing to the establishment of a secure communication framework resilient to the evolving landscape of quantum computing.enUniversity of Calgary graduate students retain copyright ownership and moral rights for their thesis. You may use this material in any way that is permitted by the Copyright Act or through licensing that has been assigned to the document. For uses that are not allowable under copyright legislation or licensing, you are required to seek permission.Quantum Communication SystemEngineering--Electronics and ElectricalOpticsmaster thesis