New 'switch' could power quantum computing: Light lattice traps atoms, builds networks of quantum information transmitters
Wednesday, April 9, 2014 - 14:50
in Physics & Chemistry
Using a laser to place individual rubidium atoms near the surface of a lattice of light, scientists have developed a new method for connecting particles -- one that could help in the development of powerful quantum computing systems. The new technique allows researchers to couple a lone atom of rubidium, a metal, with a single photon, or light particle.