Multi-Interposer Quantum Chip Structure for Cooling and Coherence
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing quantum devices face limitations in both cooling quantum chips and increasing the number of terminals while maintaining qubit circuit coherence, as previous configurations either restrict terminal count or compromise cooling efficiency.
Innovation Solution
A quantum device design featuring multiple interposers with superconducting materials and minimal dielectric exposure, utilizing flip-chip mounting and through vias to connect quantum chips and interposers, allowing for increased terminal count and improved coherence through electromagnetic field shielding.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Temperature
If the quantum chip is cooled by the sample table through the interposer, then the quantum chip is kept at a predetermined temperature, but the number of terminals that can be wired to the outside is limited
Solution Approach 1:
The patent divides the interposer into multiple separate interposers (first interposer, second interposer, third interposer) with distinct functions. The first interposer provides cooling contact with the sample table, while the second and third interposers provide terminal wiring layers on their upper surfaces. This segmentation allows simultaneous achievement of cooling and increased terminal count without conflict.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent transitions from a single-plane interposer structure to a multi-layer stacked structure extending in the vertical dimension. Multiple interposers are stacked with wiring layers distributed across different heights, allowing terminals to be arranged in three-dimensional space rather than confined to a single surface plane, thereby increasing terminal capacity while maintaining cooling functionality.
2Quantity of substance
If the number of terminals is increased by increasing the number of layers using a dielectric material, then the number of terminals increases, but the coherence of the qubit circuit cannot be maintained for a long time due to power loss from exposed dielectric material
Solution Approach 1:
The patent removes or minimizes the use of dielectric materials in the wiring layers of interposers that are positioned near the qubit circuit area. By extracting the harmful dielectric component from critical regions, the patent prevents power loss and maintains qubit circuit coherence while still enabling multiple terminals through alternative conductive structures.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent applies different material qualities to different regions of the interposer structure. In areas close to the qubit circuit, dielectric materials are excluded or minimized to preserve coherence. In other regions where dielectric exposure does not affect qubit performance, standard wiring structures can be used. This localized quality differentiation resolves the contradiction between terminal count and coherence.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
The design achieves enhanced qubit circuit coherence and high-frequency performance by minimizing dielectric interference, enabling a higher number of terminals and efficient cooling, thus supporting advanced quantum computing operations.
Implementation Method 1
a quantum chip that uses superconductivity
Implementation Method 2
The quantum chip is cooled by the sample table through the interposer
Data Source
AI summary
A quantum device according to an example embodiment includes: a quantum chip with a first surface and a second surface located on a side opposite to the first surface, in the quantum chip, at least a part of a qubit circuit being provided on the second surface; a first interposer with a third surface and a fourth surface located on a side opposite to the third surface, the first interposer being connected to the quantum chip in such a manner that the second surface of the quantum chip is opposed to the third surface of the first interposer; and a second interposer with a fifth surface and a sixth surface located on a side opposite to the fifth surface, the second interposer being connected to the first interposer in such a manner that the fourth surface of the first interpose is opposed to the fifth surface of the second interposer.


