Quantum computing and quantum bits in mesoscopic systems
By: edited by A.J. Leggett, B. Ruggiero, and P. Silvestrini
Contributors: International Workshop on Macroscopic Quantum Coherence and Computing (2002 : Naples, Italy)
Publisher: Springer
Published: 2004
Place of publication: New York
Language: eng
Format: [electronic resource] /
Number of pages: 271
ISBN-13: 9781461347910; 9781441990921
Subjects: Quantum theory; Quantum computers; Coherence (Nuclear physics); Mesoscopic phenomena (Physics)
Description: Quantum information science is a new field of science and technology which requires the collaboration of researchers coming from different fields of physics, mathematics, and engineering: both theoretical and applied. Quantum Computing and Quantum Bits in Mesoscopic Systems addresses fundamental aspects of quantum physics, enhancing the connection between the quantum behavior of macroscopic systems and information theory. In addition to theoretical quantum physics, the book comprehensively explores practical implementation of quantum computing and information processing devices. On the experimental side, this book reports on recent and previous observations of quantum behavior in several physical systems, coherently coupled Bose-Einstein condensates, quantum dots, superconducting quantum interference devices, Cooper pair boxes, and electron pumps in the context of the Josephson effect. In these systems, the book discusses all required steps, from fabrication through characterization to the final basic implementation for quantum computing.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.