Tunable Superinductor Coupling for Noise-Resistant Remote Entanglement

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Solution Overview

Problem

Conventional methods for remote entanglement of quantum devices using superconducting cavity resonators face challenges in achieving high-quality factor fabrication, frequency tuning, and are susceptible to environmental noise, which degrades entanglement operations.

Innovation Solution

A method involving a tunable superinductor, composed of Josephson junctions and a superconducting quantum interference device (SQUID), is used to inductively couple currents between AC dipoles, enabling high-precision, tunable, and electrically-protected remote entanglement.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Reliability

If superconducting cavity resonators are used for remote entanglement, then entanglement operations can be achieved, but the quality factor is insufficient and fabrication is challenging

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveentanglement operation qualityVSAvoidresonator quality factor
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSManufacturing precision

Solution Approach 1:

The patent transforms the resonator from a fixed-frequency cavity resonator to a tunable frequency device by introducing adjustable inductance elements. This allows the system to operate at optimal frequencies for entanglement while avoiding fabrication tolerances that limit fixed-frequency resonators. The tunable inductance enables dynamic adjustment of resonant frequency to maximize entanglement quality factor.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

Solution Approach 2:

The patent introduces dynamically adjustable parameters (tunable inductance and frequency) to the previously static resonator system. By making the inductance可调 through external control mechanisms, the system can adapt its resonant characteristics in real-time, thereby optimizing entanglement operations without being constrained by fixed fabrication parameters.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

2Adaptability or versatility

If superconducting cavity resonators are used for remote entanglement, then entanglement can be established, but frequency tuning capability is limited

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvefrequency tuning capabilityVSAvoidresonator structure
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent makes the resonator frequency tunable by introducing adjustable inductance elements that can be controlled externally. This dynamic adjustment capability allows the system to adapt to different frequency requirements without redesigning the entire resonator structure, thereby improving versatility while maintaining structural simplicity.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

The patent changes the fixed physical parameters of the resonator (inductance and frequency) into adjustable parameters. By incorporating controllable inductance elements, the system can dynamically alter its resonant frequency to match different entanglement operation requirements, enhancing adaptability without significantly increasing structural complexity.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

3Reliability

If superconducting cavity resonators are used for remote entanglement, then energy transmission between quantum devices is achieved, but the system is highly susceptible to environmental noise

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveentanglement stabilityVSAvoidenvironmental noise susceptibility
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSObject-affected harmful factors

Solution Approach 1:

The patent converts the previously harmful environmental noise susceptibility into a benefit by using the noise as a reference for active cancellation or filtering. The tunable resonator can be adjusted to operate at frequencies where noise impact is minimized, and the enhanced coupling efficiency allows for faster operation before noise degrades the quantum state, effectively turning the noise challenge into an opportunity for optimized frequency selection.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #22Blessing in disguise (Convert harm into benefit)

Solution Approach 2:

The patent performs preliminary optimization of the resonator frequency and coupling parameters before entanglement operations begin. By pre-tuning the system to optimal parameters that maximize signal-to-noise ratio, the system is better prepared to resist environmental noise during actual operation, thereby improving entanglement stability.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #10Preliminary action

4Reliability

If superconducting cavity resonators are used for remote entanglement, then quantum information can be transmitted, but coupling strength is weak and the system becomes inoperable under noise

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvecoupling strengthVSAvoidnoise interference
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSObject-affected harmful factors

Solution Approach 1:

The patent dramatically increases the coupling strength by changing the fundamental operating parameters of the resonator system. The tunable inductance enables much stronger interaction between the resonator and quantum devices, creating a coupling regime where the useful signal vastly outweighs noise interference, thereby rendering the system robust rather than inoperable under noisy conditions.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

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 tunable superinductor provides superior entanglement with improved isolation and tunability, enhancing quantum sensing technologies and supporting robust entanglement swapping.

Implementation Method 1

inductively coupling a current from a first AC dipole into the tunable superinductor, and inductively coupling an induced current from the tunable superinductor into a second AC dipole

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectElectromagnetic induction: Electromagnetic Induction

Implementation Method 2

the tunable superinductor comprises: a superconducting quantum interference device (SQUID), and a direct current (DC) current source that supplies the bias current

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectSuperconducting quantum interference: Josephson Effect

Data Source

PatentEP4604025A1Superinductor-based remote entanglement coupler
Publication Date: 2025.08.20 THE BOEING CO
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AI summary

The present disclosure provides a method of remote entanglement of alternating current (AC) dipoles in one aspect, the method including: supplying a bias current to a tunable superinductor, inductively coupling a current from a first AC dipole into the tunable superinductor, and inductively coupling an induced current from the tunable superinductor into a second AC dipole.