Distributed network comprising a quantum random number generator

Abstract

The invention relates to a node of a network, the node comprising a monolithically integrated entropy source having: a photon source that is designed to emit photons, the photon source comprising a first outer shell, said first outer shell being formed by a first base surface, a first top surface, and at least one first side surface connecting the first base surface and the first top surface to one another; and a photon detector that is designed to detect the photons emitted by the photon source, the first base surface of the photon source being arranged so as to face the photon detector.