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Quantum Repeaters: Current Developments and Prospects

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We describe principles of operation of a quantum repeater, i.e., a device designed to distribute entangled states of quantum systems over long distances. A review is presented of the latest achievements in the field of experimental implementation of its simplest version (a first-generation quantum repeater) and in the development of its key component (quantum memory). The immediate and long-term prospects for the development of studies in this area are discussed.

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Kalachev, A. Quantum Repeaters: Current Developments and Prospects. Bull. Lebedev Phys. Inst. 50 (Suppl 12), S1312–S1329 (2023). https://doi.org/10.3103/S1068335623602212

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