Quantum Processor Resonator Layout for Tunable Qubit Transfer

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Solution Overview

Problem

Current quantum computing systems face challenges in efficiently transferring and processing quantum information due to limitations in classical control mechanisms and resonator configurations, which hinder the implementation of complex logical operations.

Innovation Solution

A quantum processor system is designed with a first and second resonator having distinct characteristic frequencies, coupled to qubit cells with tunable frequencies, allowing for the transfer of quantum information between resonators using adiabatic sweeps and jumps controlled by a classical mechanism, enabling efficient implementation of logical operations and high-fidelity read operations.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If a single resonator is used to store quantum information, then the device structure is simple, but the ability to perform complex logical operations is limited

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvelogical operation capabilityVSAvoidresonator configuration
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The quantum processor divides the resonator system into multiple resonators (first resonator, second resonator, third resonator) with distinct characteristic frequencies. Each resonator can be independently controlled and manipulated, enabling complex logical operations while maintaining modular structure that manages complexity.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The qubit cell serves multiple functions by being coupled to different resonators at different times. It can transfer quantum information between resonators, perform logical operations, and enable high-fidelity read operations, making the system versatile without requiring separate specialized components for each function.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

2Measurement precision

If quantum information is transferred between resonators with the same frequency, then the transfer mechanism is simple, but the precision of quantum information transfer is reduced

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvequantum information transfer fidelityVSAvoidfrequency control mechanism
Core Design Contradiction:
Measurement precisionVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The system uses resonators with distinct characteristic frequencies (first resonator has first frequency, second resonator has second frequency, third resonator has third frequency). The qubit cell frequency is tuned to match the frequency difference between resonators during transfer operations, enabling precise quantum information transfer through controlled parameter changes rather than simple fixed-frequency coupling.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

3Adaptability or versatility

If a fixed frequency qubit cell is used, then the control mechanism is simple, but the ability to transfer quantum information between resonators of different frequencies is limited

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvefrequency matching capabilityVSAvoidfrequency tuning mechanism
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The qubit cell incorporates frequency tunability through a classical control mechanism that can dynamically adjust the qubit cell's operating frequency. This dynamic adjustment allows the qubit cell to match the frequency differences between various resonator pairs, enabling flexible quantum information transfer across different frequency domains while managing control complexity through systematic tuning.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

4Productivity

If multiple qubit cells with different structures are used for different operations, then the operational efficiency is improved, but the device complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvelogical operation efficiencyVSAvoidqubit cell configuration
Core Design Contradiction:
ProductivityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The system employs different qubit cell structures optimized for specific functions: first qubit cells with first structures for multiple qubit logic gate operations, and second qubit cells with second structures for high-fidelity read operations. This local optimization of qubit cell properties at different positions in the quantum processor enables efficient specialized operations while maintaining overall system coherence.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #3Local quality

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

This configuration enables efficient transfer and processing of quantum information, facilitating the performance of multiple qubit logic gate operations and high-fidelity read operations, thereby enhancing the computational efficiency of quantum processors.

Implementation Method 1

A qubit cell is coupled to each of the first resonator and the second resonator. The qubit cell has a frequency tunable over a range of frequencies including the first characteristic frequency and the second characteristic frequency.

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectQuantum state transition:

Implementation Method 2

A classical control mechanism is configured to tune the frequency of the qubit cell as to transfer quantum information between the first resonator and the second resonator

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectAdiabatic process: Adiabatic Cooling

Data Source

PatentUS8922239B2Quantum processor
Publication Date: 2014.12.30 NORTHROP GRUMMAN SYSTEMS CORP
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AI summary

One embodiment of the invention includes a quantum processor system. The quantum processor system includes a first resonator having a first characteristic frequency and a second resonator having a second characteristic frequency greater than the first characteristic frequency. A qubit cell is coupled to each of the first resonator and the second resonator. The qubit cell has a frequency tunable over a range of frequencies including the first characteristic frequency and the second characteristic frequency. A classical control mechanism is configured to tune the frequency of the qubit cell as to transfer quantum information between the first resonator and the second resonator.