Photonics for Quantum (PfQ)

Fault Tolerant Quantum Computation Using Silicon Photonics

Mihai D. Vidrighin

Published Jul 13, 2021• 0 citations

Abstract

PsiQuantum’s goal is to build the first useful quantum computer. Our approach is based on a scalable fault tolerant architecture that can be implemented using integrated photonics circuits connected by low loss optical fiber. We are developing the technology required for the photonics circuits in a commercial silicon foundry. We will discuss the fusion-based quantum computing architecture and highlight some of the technologies that have been developed by the company.

DOI: 10.1117/12.2603519

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