MACROBITS, a teaching tool for quantum cryptography

Authors

  • J. A. M. Pereira Departamento de Física. UNIRIO
  • F. Damaceno Departamento de Física. UNIRIO

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.26512/rpf.v1i1.46015

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Abstract

One amazing characteristic of quantum algorithms is how they can deliver results with 100% certainty despite their structure being based on the probabilistic interpretation of quantum mechanics. This type of algorithm requires a different way of thinking and sets a challenge for science educators. A routine to emulate quantum cryptography protocols for high school students is proposed in this work. The educational procedure uses a tool we have developed and called MACROBIT as a mean to mimic algorithms of quantum key distribution. The MACROBITS are useful to illustrate quantum mechanics concepts such as superposition, change of basis and quantum measurement.

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F. Damaceno, Inserindo Elementos da Criptografia Quântica no Ensino Médio, Master dissertation, UNIRIO, Rio de Janeiro, Brasil (2019) - supervisor J. A. M. Pereira

Published

2022-12-07

How to Cite

PEREIRA, J. A. M.; DAMACENO, F. MACROBITS, a teaching tool for quantum cryptography. Journal of the Physics Teacher, [S. l.], v. 6, n. Especial, p. 529–532, 2022. DOI: 10.26512/rpf.v1i1.46015. Disponível em: https://periodicos.unb.br/index.php/rpf/article/view/46015. Acesso em: 4 dec. 2024.

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Anals of the Integrated Meeting in Physics Teaching