Superconducting Metamaterials For Entanglement Generation and Quantum Interfacing
Abstract
We propose to investigate a novel hybrid quantum system that has the potential to serve as a multifunctional platform for quantum information processing and communication architectures and for explorations of fundamental physics related to quantum information science. At the core of the system is a new superconducting metamaterial transmission line (SMTL) cavity that has been developed and measured in the Plourde Lab at Syracuse University [1]. In this project, we will work closely with the AFRL quantum information team on multiple scientific research threads related to SMTL structures: (1) Enhance coherence and entanglement as resources, by utilizing the SMTL integrated with superconducting qubits as a mechanism for generating multi-mode entangled states of microwaves and exploring multi-qubit entanglement in a multi-mode environment; and (2) Investigate techniques for integrating SMTL structures with electro-optic and photonic circuitry for efficient quantum signal transduction from microwave to telecom wavelengths. These two parallel efforts are also strongly intertwined; they compose a longer-term goal to implement a stand-alone, modular quantum block for long-distance quantum networks – for resilient information sharing based on quantum entanglement – via the integration of electro-optic components with superconducting qubits in an SMTL. This work will catalyze fundamental research to develop new techniques for controlling and characterizing complex entangled systems and to explore tools for quantum-state transfer between disparate physical systems.
Document Details
- Document Type
- DoD Grant Award
- Publication Date
- Jul 29, 2021
- Source ID
- FA87502011001
Entities
People
- Britton Plourde
Organizations
- Rome Laboratory
- Syracuse University
- United States Air Force