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Microwave Techniques in Superconducting Quantum Computers

Author: Alan Salari

Microwave Techniques in Superconducting Quantum Computers presents the theoretical foundations and practical engineering techniques required to implement and operate superconducting quantum processors. Microwave signals play a central role in controlling superconducting qubits, implementing quantum gates, and performing readout operations. Consequently, the design and integration of microwave generation, transmission, amplification, control, and measurement systems are essential to the operation of superconducting quantum hardware. The book covers the fundamentals of quantum physics and quantum computing, superconducting qubits, microwave systems and components, electromagnetic compatibility, control hardware for superconducting qubits, and cryogenic engineering. It connects the physical characteristics of superconducting quantum devices with the electronic and microwave infrastructure required to operate them. Particular attention is given to the practical engineering considerations involved in building and maintaining reliable quantum control systems. With its practice-oriented approach, the book serves as a specialized resource for microwave engineers, quantum hardware engineers, researchers, and technical professionals working on superconducting quantum processors. Many of the engineering principles and techniques discussed are also relevant to other semiconductor-based qubit technologies, including spin and topological qubits.

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Pages: 370
Language: انگلیسی
Reading level: Intermediate

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Microwave Techniques in Superconducting Quantum Computers

About the book

The book covers the fundamentals of quantum physics and quantum computing, superconducting qubits, microwave systems and components, electromagnetic compatibility, control hardware for superconducting qubits, and cryogenic engineering. It connects the physical characteristics of superconducting quantum devices with the electronic and microwave infrastructure required to operate them. Particular attention is given to the practical engineering considerations involved in building and maintaining reliable quantum control systems.

With its practice-oriented approach, the book serves as a specialized resource for microwave engineers, quantum hardware engineers, researchers, and technical professionals working on superconducting quantum processors. Many of the engineering principles and techniques discussed are also relevant to other semiconductor-based qubit technologies, including spin and topological qubits.

How this book helps

Superconducting Qubit Control Systems: Understanding the architecture and engineering requirements of qubit control equipment.

Microwave Engineering for Quantum Computers: Designing and analyzing microwave signal generation, transmission, processing, and detection systems.

Quantum Processor Calibration and Control: Understanding single-qubit operation calibration and processor performance evaluation.

Qubit Readout Chains: Studying the components required to detect weak output signals from quantum systems.

Electromagnetic Compatibility Engineering: Reducing interference, noise, and electromagnetic disturbances in quantum control hardware.

Cryogenic Infrastructure Design: Understanding refrigeration equipment and temperature requirements for superconducting qubits.

Quantum Hardware Laboratory Setup: Understanding the integration of room-temperature equipment, microwave lines, and cryogenic components.

What you will learn

Explain the fundamental principles of quantum mechanics and quantum computing relevant to superconducting hardware.

Describe the structure and operation of superconducting qubits, including their control and readout mechanisms.

Understand microwave system analysis and the role of different microwave components in quantum processor control.

Identify the functions of signal generation, transmission, processing, and detection within microwave systems.

Apply signal integrity and electromagnetic compatibility principles to quantum control hardware.

Analyze the architecture of superconducting qubit control systems, including room-temperature and cryogenic components.

Explain the operating principles of dilution refrigerators and other cryogenic systems used in quantum computers.

Analyze the relationship between microwave engineering, cryogenic conditions, and quantum processor performance.

Contributors

Author: Alan Salari

Publication and reading details

Publisher: Artech House
Published: 2024
Language: انگلیسی
Pages: 370
Print run: 1
Format: Text
Reading level: Intermediate
Category: quantum hardware

Book identifiers

ISBN: 978-1-63081-987-3

Quantum Computing Devices: Principles, Designs, and Analysis

This book provides a comprehensive treatment of the physical foundations, design, and analysis of quantum computing devices, with a particular focus on the relationship between quantum mechanical principles and the physical implementation of quantum processors. The authors begin by examining the foundations of quantum information and computation, the structure of quantum systems, the operating principles of qubits, and quantum logical operations. They also address imperfect quantum operations and the effects of errors and decoherence, establishing the necessary background for understanding the limitations and requirements of practical quantum computer implementation.

The main part of the book is devoted to the examination and analysis of different technologies for building quantum computing devices. These include ion traps, cavity quantum electrodynamics (Cavity QED), confined neutral atoms, quantum dots, linear optical quantum computing, superconducting circuits, and nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR). For each technology, the book investigates the physical properties of the system, qubit initialization and control methods, the implementation of quantum gates, measurement mechanisms, and the factors affecting the preservation or loss of coherence. This structure enables readers to compare different hardware approaches in terms of their underlying physical principles and implementation capabilities.

An important feature of the book is its simultaneous treatment of theoretical foundations and practical aspects of quantum device design. The authors demonstrate how different physical systems can serve as platforms for implementing quantum gates and processing quantum information. Through mathematical models, physical analyses, diagrams, and design examples, the book clarifies the relationship between the physical behavior of quantum systems and their computational performance. It serves as a specialized reference for understanding different quantum hardware technologies, analyzing their characteristics and limitations, and exploring the engineering challenges involved in building quantum computers.