NIST researchers have developed a mechanical micro-drum that can store quantum information, potentially revolutionizing quantum computing. The micro-drum, which is embedded in a resonant circuit, can convert between electrical and mechanical energy, allowing it to store and transfer quantum information with 65% efficiency. This is a significant improvement over previous quantum memory devices and could lead to more efficient quantum computers in the future. The micro-drum is particularly advantageous because it is compatible with the devices used for chip-based superconducting qubits, which are a promising technology for quantum computing. The research was supported by the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency, the National Science Foundation, and NIST.
Source: https://www.nist.gov/news-events/news/2013/03/nist-mechanical-micro-drum-used-quantum-memory
Keywords: microwave, drum, quantum, memory, information, qubits, computers
