Title: NIST Researches Quantum-Grade Silicon for Quantum Computers
NIST researchers are investigating the use of highly refined silicon-28 for quantum computing applications. Silicon-28 is the most common isotope of silicon found in nature, but its purity is crucial for quantum computing.
The team developed a microscopic device to test the quantum properties of highly refined silicon-28 samples compared to commercial silicon. The research aims to establish criteria for what constitutes “quantum-grade” silicon, which is essential for building reliable quantum computing devices.
The study is ongoing, but the results could help industry leaders determine the optimal silicon composition for their quantum computing applications. The research could have significant implications for the development of practical quantum computers.
Source: https://www.nist.gov/news-events/news/2020/01/spotlight-silicon-28-quantum-computers
Keywords: Silicon, Quantum, Isotope, Grade, Quantum-grade
