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Quantum Memristor

Alberto Delgado

Published Jun 22, 2020• 0 citations
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Abstract

Research in quantum computing hardware has shown that quantum bits can be implemented with superconducting circuits, these qubits could be used in other applications such as quantum devices for electronic systems. In this paper a nonlinear parameterised two qubits quantum device is presented, the current - voltage characteristic of this element is similar to an adjustable memristor when its parameters are changed.

DOI
10.36227/techrxiv.12489149.v2

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