A Rack-Integrated and Modular GaAs Quantum Dot Source of Highly Entangled Photon Pairs

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Contributors

  • Yared G. Zena - , Leibniz Institute for Solid State and Materials Research Dresden (Author)
  • Moritz Langer - , Leibniz Institute for Solid State and Materials Research Dresden (Author)
  • Ahmad Rahimi - , Leibniz Institute for Solid State and Materials Research Dresden (Author)
  • Sai Abhishikth Dhurjati - , Leibniz Institute for Solid State and Materials Research Dresden (Author)
  • Pavel Ruchka - , University of Stuttgart (Author)
  • Sara Jakovljevic - , Leibniz Institute for Solid State and Materials Research Dresden, University of Stuttgart (Author)
  • Mandira Pal - , Leibniz Institute for Solid State and Materials Research Dresden (Author)
  • Frank H.P. Fitzek - , Deutsche Telekom Chair of Communication Networks (Author)
  • Harald Giessen - , University of Stuttgart (Author)
  • Juergen Czarske - , Chair of Measurement and Sensor System Technique (Author)
  • Riccardo Bassoli - , Junior Professorship in Quantum Communication, Leibniz Institute for Solid State and Materials Research Dresden, TUD Dresden University of Technology (Author)
  • Caspar Hopfmann - , Deutsche Telekom Chair of Communication Networks (Author)

Abstract

Entangled photon pair sources are a key enabling technology for quantum communication and networking, yet their deployment beyond laboratory environments is hindered by system-level complexity, limited operational stability, and insufficient industry compatibility. Here, we demonstrate a rack-based, mobile quantum light source architecture based on a semiconductor quantum dot emitter that directly addresses these challenges through modular system integration and automated quantum state verification. The source generates polarization-entangled photon pairs with an entanglement negativity (Formula presented.) of up to (Formula presented.), confirming near-maximal entanglement quality. In continuous, hands-off operation over a 6 h time window, the system achieves an average combined exciton and biexciton single-photon count rate of (Formula presented.) kHz and a maximum rate of (Formula presented.) kHz, while maintaining a (Formula presented.) of more than 95%. These results are enabled by the integration of optical excitation, collection, cryogenic operation, and control electronics within a standardized rack footprint, together with automated monitoring. By demonstrating simultaneously high entanglement quality, sustained brightness over a 6 h period, and inherent architectural robustness in an industry-aligned system, this work advances semiconductor quantum dot devices toward deployable entangled photon sources for applied quantum photonics.

Details

Original languageEnglish
Article numbere70510
JournalAdvanced Quantum Technologies
Volume9
Issue number10
Publication statusPublished - Oct 2026
Peer-reviewedYes