Stochastic Modeling of a Memory-Assisted Measurement-Device-Independent Quantum Key Distribution System in Free-Space Metropolitan Environments

• URL: http://arxiv.org/abs/2508.14983v1
• Date: Wed, 20 Aug 2025 18:11:34 GMT
• Title: Stochastic Modeling of a Memory-Assisted Measurement-Device-Independent Quantum Key Distribution System in Free-Space Metropolitan Environments
• Authors: Fares Nada, Amber Hussain, Tasmi R. Ahmed, Connor Kupchak,
• Abstract summary: We present a simplistic and intuitive model to predict key distribution rates in a MA-MDI-QKD scheme.<n>Specifically, we perform simulations tailored toward a system based on free-space links and field-deployable quantum memory.
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• License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
• Abstract: On the pathway to quantum key distribution on a global scale, will be the realization of metropolitan-sized Memory Assisted Measurement-Device-Independent Quantum Key Distribution (MA-MDI-QKD) systems. Here, we present a simplistic and intuitive stochastic model to predict key distribution rates in a MA-MDI-QKD scheme that addresses the real-world parameters inherent to free-space quantum communication channels. Specific to our algorithm, the memory-assisted based system allows us to leverage the advantage of asynchronously loaded quantum memory when predicting the distribution rates. Specifically, by focusing on metropolitan distances, we perform simulations tailored toward a system based on free-space links and field-deployable quantum memory. We show the capabilities of our model to predict key rate distributions over ranges of 10-50 km for a set of atmospheric-based parameters and selection of QM efficiencies and coherence times. This tool provides impactful insights into the deployment and optimization of practical MA-MDI-QKD networks in urban environments. Our streamlined approach is a valuable addition to existing quantum network simulators for the smooth integration of quantum networking into the field of communications engineering.

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