NIST and the Naval Research Laboratory have developed a new software system called “Multiverse” to manage experiments on a quantum network testbed. The system will automate experiments across multiple sites and provide a realistic environment for testing quantum networks.
The testbed includes quantum devices connected by optical paths that can be selected based on various criteria such as path length, fiber loss, and resource availability. Researchers are using the testbed to conduct experiments on quantum network design decisions and developing simulations for evaluating advanced aspects of quantum networks.
The Multiverse system and testbed will enable more efficient and accurate quantum networking, with potential applications in secure communication and computation. The collaboration between NIST and the Naval Research Laboratory demonstrates the importance of interdisciplinary research in advancing quantum technologies.
Keywords: Quantum, Network, Security, Multiverse, Experimentation
