Quantum optics experiments to the International Space Station ISS: a proposal
Quantum Physics
2013-04-15 v1
Abstract
We propose performing quantum optics experiments in an ground-to-space scenario using the International Space Station, which is equipped with a glass viewing window and a photographer's lens mounted on a motorized camera pod. A dedicated small add-on module with single-photon detection, time-tagging and classical communication capabilities would enable us to perform the first-ever quantum optics experiments in space. We present preliminary design concepts for the ground and flight segments and study the feasibility of the intended mission scenario.
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@article{arxiv.1211.2111,
title = {Quantum optics experiments to the International Space Station ISS: a proposal},
author = {Thomas Scheidl and Eric Wille and Rupert Ursin},
journal= {arXiv preprint arXiv:1211.2111},
year = {2013}
}
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4 pages, 5 figures