Synchronized distribution of quantum entanglement coexisting with high-rate, broadband classical optical communications over a real-world fiber link

• URL: http://arxiv.org/abs/2602.00253v1
• Date: Fri, 30 Jan 2026 19:17:57 GMT
• Title: Synchronized distribution of quantum entanglement coexisting with high-rate, broadband classical optical communications over a real-world fiber link
• Authors: Gina M. Talcott, Ahnnika I. Hess, Laura d'Avossa, Scott J. Kohlert, Fei I. Yeh, Jim Hao Chen, Joe J. Mambretti, Tim M. Rambo, Gregory S. Kanter, Jordan M. Thomas, Prem Kumar,
• Abstract summary: Compatibility with existing classical network infrastructure offers a scalable path towards deploying largescale quantum networks.<n>We demonstrate O-band polarization-encoded quantum entanglement distribution over an installed 24.4-km fiber.<n>We demonstrate coexistence of quantum entanglement with ultra-high power levels and record classical bandwidth.
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• Abstract: Compatibility with existing classical network infrastructure offers a scalable path towards deploying largescale quantum networks. Here, we demonstrate O-band polarization-encoded quantum entanglement distribution over an installed 24.4-km fiber while coexisting with a state-of-the-art fully-loaded C-band classical communications line system and a picosecond-level precision L-band synchronization signal. The classical system carries two 800-Gbps channels while the remainder of the C-band is filled with amplified spontaneous emission as is standard for such state-of-the-art communications systems. We examine the spontaneous Raman scattering spectrum generated from this broadband C-band light and offer insights into wavelength allocation for O-band quantum channels. Optimal wavelength selection and narrow filtering enable well-preserved Bell state fidelity when coexisting with 21.4-dBm aggregate launch power across the C-band suitable for 36 Tbps transmission. To the best of our knowledge, this is the first implementation of entanglement-based quantum communications between two remote nodes coexisting with independent classical communications traffic. We demonstrate coexistence of quantum entanglement with ultra-high power levels and record classical bandwidth, offering promise for real-world entanglement-based networking integrated within high-capacity communications infrastructure.

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