Quantum Communication Could Make U.S. Subs Even More Deadly
University researchers have discovered that quantum communications are possible with submerged objects in turbulent water. The revelation means it might someday be possible for the National Command Authority to use quantum communications to securely communicate with underwater submarines, particularly those that make up part of the nuclear triad.
According to IEEE Spectrum, researchers at the University of Ottawa have demonstrated their ability to transmit information by quantum communications across thirty meters of “turbulent” water. The researchers were able to send 72 kilobits of data per second—or the equivalent of 4,600 characters per second. Although the method has been used to send and receive data through water in the past, it has been used across calm water and not necessarily water representative of a real-world marine environment.
Quantum communications is the practical application of quantum theory to create a super-secure means of communication. With current digital data transmission methods, it is possible for a third party to hack an exchange of data without being detected.
According to IEEE Spectrum, researchers at the University of Ottawa have demonstrated their ability to transmit information by quantum communications across thirty meters of “turbulent” water. The researchers were able to send 72 kilobits of data per second—or the equivalent of 4,600 characters per second. Although the method has been used to send and receive data through water in the past, it has been used across calm water and not necessarily water representative of a real-world marine environment.
Quantum communications is the practical application of quantum theory to create a super-secure means of communication. With current digital data transmission methods, it is possible for a third party to hack an exchange of data without being detected.
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