NAQC: Neutral Atom Quantum Computing
This team designs and builds hardware to control a neutral atom quantum computing (NAQC) system. Students will gain direct experience with PCB design, optical design and construction, laser systems, and feedback control, as well as learn about state-of-the-art advances in NAQC technology.
Description
We build quantum computing and simulation technologies by controlling light"matter interactions at the single-photon and single-atom level. Our hardware is based upon tightly focused laser beams called optical tweezers, which trap individual atoms and enable precise control of their geometry and interactions. We are developing novel optical cavities that enable fast, nondestructive measurements of these interacting many-body quantum systems. Together with fast decision-making and feedback electronics, we are advancing real-time control of larger and larger quantum systems.
Relevant Technologies
- Classical Optics
- Quantum Optics
- Feedback Control Systems
Prerequisite knowledge/skills:
- Facility with Python programming
- Hands on optics building experience
- Soldering and circuit design (e.g. KiCad)
- Feedback/PID theory