Quantum computing with trapped ions, atoms and light

Details Quantum computing with trapped ions, atoms and light Quantum computing with trapped ions, atoms and light

2000-04-12

arxiv.org/abs/quant-ph/0004053v1

Physics

Quantum Physics

17 pages, for Fortschritte der Physik special issue

Scientific paper

We first consider the basic requirements for a quantum computer, arguing for the attractiveness of nuclear spins as information-bearing entities, and light for the coupling which allows quantum gates. We then survey the strengths of and immediate prospects for quantum information processing in ion traps. We discuss decoherence and gate rates in ion traps, comparing methods based on the vibrational motion with a method based on exchange of photons in cavity QED. We then sketch the main features of a quantum computer designed to allow an algorithm needing 10^6 Toffoli gates on 100 logical qubits. We find that around 200 ion traps linked by optical fibres and high-finesse cavities could perform such an algorithm in a week to a month, using components at or near current levels of technology.

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