Superconducting Resonator Definition via Equivalent Circuit Modeling

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Solution Overview

Problem

Designing and simulating superconducting resonators with proper accuracy is time-consuming and effort-intensive due to the complexity of quantum computing requirements, which demand precise definition of resonant circuits and frequency values based on various attributes of superconducting circuits.

Innovation Solution

A system comprising a processor and memory that executes computer-executable components to derive and define resonant circuits indicative of superconducting resonators, determining kinetic inductance values and capacitive coupling values to accurately define frequency and length parameters of superconducting resonators, thereby simplifying the design and simulation process.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Measurement precision

If traditional manual design and simulation methods are used for superconducting resonators, then design accuracy can be achieved, but the process becomes time-consuming and effort-intensive

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvedesign accuracyVSAvoiddesign time
Core Design Contradiction:
Measurement precisionVSLoss of time

Solution Approach 1:

The patent creates a simplified equivalent circuit model that copies the essential electrical characteristics of the superconducting resonator. This equivalent circuit replicates the resonant behavior and frequency characteristics without requiring complex full-wave electromagnetic simulations, thereby maintaining design accuracy while significantly reducing computation time and effort

Inventive Principle:
Principle #26Copying

Solution Approach 2:

The patent transforms the complex physical geometry parameters of the superconducting resonator into simplified electrical circuit parameters (inductance, capacitance, resistance). By changing the representation from physical dimensions to electrical equivalents, the design process achieves both accuracy and efficiency through standard circuit analysis methods

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

2Reliability

If complex quantum computing requirements are imposed on superconducting resonators, then performance and precision are improved, but device complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvequantum computing performanceVSAvoidcircuit complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent segments the complex superconducting resonator design into manageable electrical circuit components (inductors, capacitors, resistors). By dividing the resonator into discrete circuit elements with specific values, the complex quantum computing requirements are met through standardized component combinations rather than monolithic complex structures

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The equivalent circuit model serves multiple functions simultaneously: it predicts resonant frequency, analyzes impedance matching, evaluates quality factor, and optimizes coupling mechanisms. This universal approach handles various quantum computing requirements through a single unified circuit framework, reducing overall device complexity

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

Data Source

PatentUS11290086B2Superconducting resonator definition based on one or more attributes of a superconducting circuit
Publication Date: 2022.03.29 INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MACHINE CORPORATION
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AI summary

Systems, computer-implemented methods, and computer program products that can facilitate superconducting resonator definition based on one or more superconducting circuit attributes, are described. According to an embodiment, a system can comprise a memory that stores computer executable components and a processor that executes the computer executable components stored in the memory. The computer executable components can comprise a resonant circuit component that derives a resonant circuit indicative of a superconducting resonator of a superconducting circuit based on one or more attributes of the superconducting circuit. The computer executable components can further comprise a resonator definition component that defines a frequency value of the superconducting resonator based on the resonant circuit.