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Robust multi-qubit quantum network node with integrated error detection
P-J Stas1, Y Q Huan1, B Machielse1,2
1Department of Physics, Harvard University, Cambridge, MA 02138, USA.
Science (New York, N.Y.)
|November 15, 2022
Summary
We developed a quantum network node using silicon-vacancy centers in diamond, achieving over 2 seconds of memory time. This breakthrough advances long-distance quantum communication and scalable quantum repeaters.
Area of Science:
- Quantum Information Science
- Solid-State Physics
- Nanophotonics
Background:
- Long-distance quantum communication necessitates quantum memory nodes with efficient optical interfaces and extended memory durations.
- Integrated quantum devices are crucial for building scalable quantum networks.
Purpose of the Study:
- To realize an integrated two-qubit network node for quantum communication.
- To investigate the potential of silicon-vacancy centers in diamond for quantum memory applications.
Main Methods:
- Fabrication of an integrated two-qubit network node using silicon-vacancy centers (SiVs) within diamond nanophotonic cavities.
- Utilizing the SiV electron spin as a communication qubit and the coupled silicon-29 nuclear spin as a memory qubit.
- Performing electron-photon and nucleus-photon entangling gate operations at cryogenic temperatures.
Main Results:
- Achieved a quantum memory time exceeding 2 seconds for the nuclear spin qubit.
- Demonstrated electron-photon entangling gates at temperatures up to 1.5 Kelvin.
- Demonstrated nucleus-photon entangling gates at temperatures up to 4.3 Kelvin.
- Implemented efficient error detection in nuclear spin-photon gates using the electron spin as a flag qubit.
Conclusions:
- The developed integrated two-qubit network node shows promise for scalable quantum repeaters.
- The platform offers efficient optical interfaces and long memory times essential for quantum networking.
- Error detection capabilities enhance the reliability of quantum memory operations.
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