After introducing the world’s first hack-free satellite, China has successfully tested its first next-generation quantum radar with an ability to detect objects, including stealth aircraft, within a range of 100 kilometres, according to Chinese state-run Xinhua news agency. The radar is reportedly capable to detecting enemy targets up to 60 miles away and it was successfully tested last month.
This landmark technology was developed by the Intelligent Perception Technology Laboratory of the 14th Institute of China Electronics Technology Group Corporation (CETC). The CETC is a collaboration between researchers, industries and the former Chinese ministry of Information Industry.
In the target detection experiment, conducted in a real atmospheric environment, the detection ability of the system was proven to be over 100 kilometres.
The device employs single photon detection technology. It is believed that the radar uses quantum entanglement photons, which means it has enhanced detection capabilities than conventional radar systems. The theoretical basis of the quantum radar is that an object will change its quantum properties after receiving photonic signals. The new technology will enable the radar to even identify modern aircraft using stealth technology that can escape the radar, or baffle the enemy radar system.
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