First-ever quantum device that detects and corrects its own errors

Before the dream of quantum computing is realized, a number of inherent problems must first be solved. One of these is the ability to maintain a stable memory system that overcomes the intrinsic instability of the basic unit of information in quantum computing – the quantum bit or "qubit". To address this problem, Physicists working at the University of California Berkeley (UC Berkeley) claim to have created breakthrough circuitry that continuously self-checks for inaccuracies to consistently maintain the error-free status of the quantum memory... Continue Reading First-ever quantum device that detects and corrects its own errors



Section: Science



Tags: Algorithms, Data Storage, Entanglement, Quantum Computing, UC Berkeley



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from Gizmag Emerging Technology Magazine http://www.gizmag.com/quantum-device-detects-corrects-errors/36404/