Abstract
We establish a free-space quantum-optical link that leverages narrow (∼1 GHz) linewidth rubidium-based bandpass filters to drastically reduce solar background. To show its utility, we demonstrate the BB84 quantum key distribution protocol under daytime conditions.
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