Microsoft and Atom Computing have made a breakthrough in quantum computing. They have entangled 24 logical qubits using lasers. This is the highest number of entangled logical qubits ever recorded.
Entangling qubits is important because it allows quantum computers to do fast calculations. Their system can also detect when a physical qubit disappears and fix the problem. They plan to deliver quantum computers with over 1,000 physical qubits to customers next year.
Using their platform, they created a quantum system with 20 logical qubits from 80 physical qubits. They ran the Bernstein-Vazirani algorithm, which shows the principles of superposition and interference.
Quantum computing breakthrough with entangled qubits
Quantum computers can test all combinations at once, unlike classical computers. Krysta Svore from Microsoft said they have shown better performance than physical qubits and classical computers for this algorithm. The Azure Quantum Compute platform helps optimize quantum error correction for different processors.
One challenge with neutral-atom quantum computing is that atoms can disappear. Microsoft’s system is designed to detect and correct these losses. Ben Bloom from Atom Computing is excited about the partnership.
He said coupling their neutral-atom qubits with Microsoft’s qubit-virtualization system allows them to offer reliable logical qubits on a commercial quantum machine. This collaboration is a major milestone in developing quantum computing. It could lead to innovations in many scientific and industrial areas.
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