Patents by Inventor Garrett HICKMAN

Garrett HICKMAN has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • NANOFIBER-SEGMENT RING RESONATOR
    Publication number: 20180356595
    Abstract: A fiber ring resonator having a relatively long loop of standard single-mode fiber with a short nanofiber segment. The evanescent mode of the nanofiber segment allows the cavity-enhanced field to interact with atoms in close proximity to the nanofiber surface.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 6, 2018
    Publication date: December 13, 2018
    Inventors: Todd PITTMAN, Daniel JONES, Garrett HICKMAN, James FRANSON
  • SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR QUANTUM KEY DISTRIBUTION OVER LARGE DISTANCES
    Publication number: 20160156466
    Abstract: Quantum key distribution QKD systems and methods are provided that allow for QKD over distances not previously achievable. In one embodiment, the QKD system and method utilizes state discrimination techniques. In another embodiment, the QKD system and method utilizes amplifiers and unitary transformations to extend the range over which QKD can be achieved. The QKD systems and methods of the present invention can be used to implement secure quantum communications systems.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 7, 2014
    Publication date: June 2, 2016
    Inventors: Brian KIRBY, James FRANSON, Garrett HICKMAN, Todd PITTMAN