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A multiplexed single electron transistor for application in scalable solid-state quantum computing
Single Electron Transistors (SETs) are nanoscale electrometers of
unprecedented sensitivity, and as such have been proposed as read-out devices
in a number of quantum computer architectures. We show that the functionality
of a standard SET can be multiplexed so as to operate as both read-out device
and control gate for a solid-state qubit. Multiplexing in this way may be
critical in lowering overall gate densities in scalable quantum computer
architectures.Comment: 3 pages 3 figure
Analysis and Geometric Optimization of Single Electron Transistors for Read-Out in Solid-State Quantum Computing
The single electron transistor (SET) offers unparalled opportunities as a
nano-scale electrometer, capable of measuring sub-electron charge variations.
SETs have been proposed for read-out schema in solid-state quantum computing
where quantum information processing outcomes depend on the location of a
single electron on nearby quantum dots. In this paper we investigate various
geometries of a SET in order to maximize the device's sensitivity to charge
transfer between quantum dots. Through the use of finite element modeling we
model the materials and geometries of an Al/Al2O3 SET measuring the state of
quantum dots in the Si substrate beneath. The investigation is motivated by the
quest to build a scalable quantum computer, though the methodology used is
primarily that of circuit theory. As such we provide useful techniques for any
electronic device operating at the classical/quantum interface.Comment: 13 pages, 17 figure
Statistical Properties of Interacting Bose Gases in Quasi-2D Harmonic Traps
The analytical probability distribution of the quasi-2D (and purely 2D) ideal
and interacting Bose gas are investigated by using a canonical ensemble
approach. Using the analytical probability distribution of the condensate, the
statistical properties such as the mean occupation number and particle number
fluctuations of the condensate are calculated. Researches show that there is a
continuous crossover of the statistical properties from a quasi-2D to a purely
2D ideal or interacting gases. Different from the case of a 3D Bose gas, the
interaction between atoms changes in a deep way the nature of the particle
number fluctuations.Comment: RevTex, 10pages, 4 figures, E-mail: [email protected]
Automated precision alignment of optical components for hydroxide catalysis bonding
We describe an interferometric system that can measure the alignment and separation of a polished face of a optical component and an adjacent polished surface. Accuracies achieved are ∼ 1μrad for the relative angles in two orthogonal directions and ∼ 30μm in separation. We describe the use of this readout system to automate the process of hydroxide catalysis bonding of a fused-silica component to a fused-silica baseplate. The complete alignment and bonding sequence was typically achieved in a timescale of a few minutes, followed by an initial cure of 10 minutes. A series of bonds were performed using two fluids - a simple sodium hydroxide solution and a sodium hydroxide solution with some sodium silicate solution added. In each case we achieved final bonded component angular alignment within 10 μrad and position in the critical direction within 4 μm of the planned targets. The small movements of the component during the initial bonding and curing phases were monitored. The bonds made using the sodium silicate mixture achieved their final bonded alignment over a period of ∼ 15 hours. Bonds using the simple sodium hydroxide solution achieved their final alignment in a much shorter time of a few minutes. The automated system promises to speed the manufacture of precision-aligned assemblies using hydroxide catalysis bonding by more than an order of magnitude over the more manual approach used to build the optical interferometer at the heart of the recent ESA LISA Pathfinder technology demonstrator mission. This novel approach will be key to the time-efficient and low-risk manufacture of the complex optical systems needed for the forthcoming ESA spaceborne gravitational waves observatory mission, provisionally named LISA
A quantum algorithm providing exponential speed increase for finding eigenvalues and eigenvectors
We describe a new polynomial time quantum algorithm that uses the quantum
fast fourier transform to find eigenvalues and eigenvectors of a Hamiltonian
operator, and that can be applied in cases (commonly found in ab initio physics
and chemistry problems) for which all known classical algorithms require
exponential time. Applications of the algorithm to specific problems are
considered, and we find that classically intractable and interesting problems
from atomic physics may be solved with between 50 and 100 quantum bits.Comment: 10 page
Simulation of Many-Body Fermi Systems on a Universal Quantum Computer
We provide fast algorithms for simulating many body Fermi systems on a
universal quantum computer. Both first and second quantized descriptions are
considered, and the relative computational complexities are determined in each
case. In order to accommodate fermions using a first quantized Hamiltonian, an
efficient quantum algorithm for anti-symmetrization is given. Finally, a
simulation of the Hubbard model is discussed in detail.Comment: Submitted 11/7/96 to Phys. Rev. Lett. 10 pages, 0 figure
Ultimate Intelligence Part I: Physical Completeness and Objectivity of Induction
We propose that Solomonoff induction is complete in the physical sense via
several strong physical arguments. We also argue that Solomonoff induction is
fully applicable to quantum mechanics. We show how to choose an objective
reference machine for universal induction by defining a physical message
complexity and physical message probability, and argue that this choice
dissolves some well-known objections to universal induction. We also introduce
many more variants of physical message complexity based on energy and action,
and discuss the ramifications of our proposals.Comment: Under review at AGI-2015 conference. An early draft was submitted to
ALT-2014. This paper is now being split into two papers, one philosophical,
and one more technical. We intend that all installments of the paper series
will be on the arxi
Construction of rugged, ultrastable optical assemblies with optical component alignment at the few microradian level
A method for constructing quasimonolithic, precision-aligned optical assemblies is presented. Hydroxide-catalysis bonding is used, adapted to allow optimization of component fine alignment prior to the bond setting. We demonstrate the technique by bonding a fused silica mirror substrate to a fused silica baseplate. In-plane component placement at the submicrometer level is achieved, resulting in angular control of a reflected laser beam at the sub-10-μrad level. Within the context of the LISA Pathfinder mission, the technique has been demonstrated as suitable for use in space-flight applications. It is expected that there will also be applications in a wide range of areas where accuracy, stability, and strength of optical assemblies are important
Privacy in Financial Information Networks: Directions for the Development of Legal Privacy-Enhancing Financial Technologies
Quantum phase transitions in photonic cavities with two-level systems
Systems of coupled photonic cavities have been predicted to exhibit quantum
phase transitions by analogy with the Hubbard model. To this end, we have
studied topologies of few (up to six) photonic cavities each containing a
single two-level system. Quantum phase space diagrams are produced for these
systems, and compared to mean-field results. We also consider finite effective
temperature, and compare this to the notion of disorder. We find the extent of
the Mott lobes shrink analogously to the conventional Bose-Hubbard model.Comment: 11 pages, 11 figures, updated typo
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