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Low-Noise, High-Efficiency Geiger Photodiode for Quantum Cryptography

Award Information
Agency: Department of Commerce
Branch: National Institute of Standards and Technology
Contract: 70NANB14H301
Agency Tracking Number: 013-02.04-2014
Amount: $89,997.00
Phase: Phase I
Program: SBIR
Solicitation Topic Code: N/A
Solicitation Number: N/A
Timeline
Solicitation Year: 2014
Award Year: 2014
Award Start Date (Proposal Award Date): N/A
Award End Date (Contract End Date): N/A
Small Business Information
44 Hunt St.
Watertown, MA 02472-
United States
DUNS: 073804411
HUBZone Owned: Unavailable
Woman Owned: Unavailable
Socially and Economically Disadvantaged: Unavailable
Principal Investigator
 Erik Johnson
 (617) 668-6886
 Ejohnson@rmdinc.com
Business Contact
 Erik  Johnson
Research Institution
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Abstract

The mechanics of single photons can be used to entangle information carry quantum states, allowing for quantum computation or random number generation. Quantum communication utilizes the quantum nature of single-photons to retain information, particularly in the form of quantum key distribution protocols. High-efficiency, low-noise single photon detection at high efficiency is critical for the application of new systems utilizing the power of quantum mechanics. Existing Geiger photodiodes provide single photon resolution with excellent timing characteristics and low dark count rates but has limited detection efficiency. This program will develop a Geiger photodiode for quantum cryptography with an efficiency greater than 98% in the visible wavelength range.

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